The goal of this project is to investigate links between prenatal metal exposures, the gut microbiome and metabolome, and neurodevelopment in a cohort of children from Mexico City.

Funded by: NIEHS R00ES032884 (PI Eggers)

The goal of this project is to investigate links between prenatal metal exposures, the oral microbiome, and depression symptoms in children from the PROGRESS cohort in Mexico City.

Funded by: Pilot Project (PI Eggers) of P30ES005605 (PI Lehmler)

Using cross-sectional data from healthy adults, we examine links between Pb exposure, nutrition, food security, and cognition.

Funded by: Pilot Project (MPI Eggers & Midya) of NIEHS P30ES023515 (PI Wright)

In this experimental study we expose probiotic gut bacteria to lead (Pb), and examine changes in growth and metabolism. This provides evidence to support biological plausibility of epidemiological findings.

Funded by: Career Enhancement Award (PI Eggers) of P30ES005605 (PI Lehmler)

In this experimental study we expose Akkermansia muciniphila to zinc (Zn) and cobalt (Co), and measure changes in growth and short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) production. This provides evidence to support biological plausibility of epidemiological findings.

Funded by: University of Iowa College of Public Health New Faculty Research Award (PI Eggers)