Anderson-Wagner, Isabella

In the research project “MemoryLane”, Isabella Anderson-Wagner and her team aim to clarify how the gut microbiome affects the neural basis of memory processes. The focus of their work is on the hippocampus – a brain structure inside the medial temporal lobe that is essential for well-functioning memory. To measure the function of the hippocampus, the research team will use advanced neuroimaging techniques and connect the outcomes to individual memory performance, as well as gut microbiome composition and function. The gut microbiome itself will also be investigated. This type of basic research will provide insights as to whether the gut microbiome is a viable route for managing the risk for neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease.