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They identified tight regulation of cell types and states in different regions of the organ, as well as a unique segment of the colon that is controlled by immune signals.

"Because of the broad impacts of plastics, it is important to also harmonise future agreements with legislation protecting the climate and biodiversity. This necessitates the regulation of plastics and associated chemicals," says Dana Kühnel.

The study, led by the University of Edinburgh, is among the first to examine the links between early patterns of emotion regulation and school-age mental health.

The researchers analysed questionnaires and interviews which surveyed parents on their children's conduct, social behaviours, and emotional regulation skills.

Dr Aja Murray, of the University of Edinburgh's School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences, who led the study, said: "Emotion regulation skills are acquired from early in life and are thought to strengthen gradually over childhood. Children, however, acquire these skills at different rates and slower acquisition may serve as a marker for neurodevelopmental and mental health issues. Our findings suggest that monitoring trajectories of emotion regulation over development could help identity which children are at risk of mental health issues."