• Author: Christopher A. Lowry
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Toxoplasma gondii, suicidal behaviour and suicide risk factors in US Veterans enrolled in mental health treatment

Abstract: Markers of chronic infection Toxoplasma gondii (Nicolle et Manceaux, 1908) have been associated with suicidal self-directed violence (SSDV). We present the results of the …

Plasma level of the antimicrobial peptide LL37 (Cathelicidin) is negatively associated with alcohol use disorder in US Veterans

Abstract: As suicidal self-directed violence (SSDV) is often challenging to prevent, novel approaches are needed. We reported lower gene expression of LL-37, an antimicrobial …

Association of homelessness and diet on the gut microbiome: a United States-Veteran microbiome project (US-VMP) study

Abstract: Although there are known stressors related to homelessness as well as chronic health conditions experienced by those without stable housing, there has been limited work …

A cross-sectional study of correlations among blood-based biomarkers for intestinal permeability: a pilot study of United States Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms

Abstract: While many studies of intestinal permeability (IP) are focused on those with gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, there is a rising trend to analyze IP among individuals with …

First annual pact act research symposium on veterans health: a Colorado pact act collaboration (copac) initiative

Abstract: In response to the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act being signed into law, several research groups in …