# Infant microbes and metabolites point to childhood neurodevelopmental disorders

*PRI Rank #5 · Topics and Trends in Most Cited Metabolism and Genetic Disorders Papers, Class of 2026*

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| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Rank | #5 |
| 18m citations | 68 |
| Journal | Cell |
| Year | 2024 |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.cell.2024.02.035 |
| Corresponding authors | Eric W. Triplett |
| Institution | University of Florida, United States |

**Ranking page:** [Topics and Trends in Most Cited Metabolism and Genetic Disorders Papers, Class of 2026](https://pri.pepkio.com/top-papers/metabolism-and-genetic-disorders/2026)

**Paper link:** [10.1016/j.cell.2024.02.035](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cell.2024.02.035)

## Topics

birth cohort study · neurodevelopmental disorder diagnosis · cord serum metabolome · cord blood lipidome · human leukocyte antigen (HLA) genotype · infant gut microbiota · stool metabolome · intellectual disability · speech disorder · Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder · autism · early-life infection · antibiotic exposure · Prenatal risk factors · early-life stress · immunodysregulation · gastrointestinal problems · mood problems · Swedish population cohort · early-life prediction and intervention

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