Valves in the human body work to keep the movement of fluids going in one direction. The ileocecal sphincter contracts to limit the reflux (backflow) of colonic substances to the small intestine.

The small intestine, where most vitamins and other micronutrients are digested and absorbed. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to ...

An IBEC-led study describes the development of an innovative method to control the formation of crypt-like structures and ...

24 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, they report that a flexible pipe—with an interior helical structure inspired by shark intestines ... and anatomy rely upon. Human ...