Gastrointestinal Diseases

5 researchers across 2 institutions

5 Researchers
2 Institutions
0 Grant PIs
0 High Impact

Research in gastrointestinal diseases investigates the complex mechanisms underlying digestive system disorders. Studies examine the role of the gut microbiome in health and disease, explore the cellular and molecular pathways involved in conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease and eosinophilic esophagitis, and analyze the efficacy and safety of therapeutic interventions, including those involving cannabinoids. Methodologies employed include laboratory-based investigations, clinical observations, and advanced data analysis techniques such as meta-analyses and systematic reviews.

This research holds particular relevance for Arkansas by addressing public health challenges and contributing to the state's growing health sciences sector. Understanding gastrointestinal health is crucial for improving the well-being of Arkansans, many of whom experience health disparities that can impact digestive health outcomes. Furthermore, research into the gut microbiome may offer insights into the health effects of dietary components relevant to Arkansas agriculture.

This area of study draws on expertise in medical case reporting, virology, and health outcomes research. Engagement spans multiple institutions within Arkansas, fostering a collaborative environment for advancing knowledge in digestive health.

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Top Researchers

Name Institution h-index Citations Career Stage Badges
John M. Rosen UAMS 18 927
Kemmian D. Johnson UAMS 5 383
Sahil Sabharwal University of Arkansas 2 11
Annalyse Marie Kohley UAMS 1 4
Vishnu Charan Suresh Kumar UAMS 0 0
Medical Case Reports 2 Eosinophilic Esophagitis 2 Gut Microbiota And Health 2 Health Disparities And Outcomes 2 Inflammatory Bowel Disease 2 Meta-Analysis And Systematic Reviews 1 Herpesvirus Infections And Treatments 1 Cannabis And Cannabinoid Research 1 Kidney 1 Child And Adolescent Health 1 Behavioral Health And Interventions 1 Telemedicine And Telehealth Implementation 1 Pain Management And Opioid Use 1 Medical Education 1 Public Health Research 1

Strategic Outlook

Global signals from OpenAlex for this research area: where the field is growing, how concentrated leadership is, and where Arkansas sits relative to the world's top-100 institutions. Descriptive only — surfaced as input to the conversation about where to place bets, not a recommendation. Signal confidence: LOW

Global trajectory
9,393 works in 2025
+0.7% CAGR 2018–2025
Leadership concentration
3.8% held by global top 5 institutions
Fragmented HHI 12
Arkansas position
Arkansas not in global top 100
No AR institution among the top-100 contributors to this topic over the 2018–2025 window.

Top US institutions in this area

  1. 1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 3,890
  2. 2 National Institutes of Health 2,309
  3. 3 Johns Hopkins University 1,670
  4. 4 National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases 1,665
  5. 5 Agricultural Research Service 1,588
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