Study of the modulation of the gut microbiota of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by encapsulated biocompounds and probiotics, and the evaluation of its impact on the behavior of gnotobiotic mouse model of ASD disorder

This thesis is presented for the degree of Doctor in Biosciences at Universidad de La Sabana. It is designed as a compendium of research articles, each of which reflects the activities carried out in response to the specific objectives of this thesis (see below). Furthermore, it includes chapters on general discussion and concluding remarks and future perspectives. A description of each chapter is provided below to guide the reader through the compendium