Diversity enriches our global ecosystems. It appears to be no different for many sites of the human body hosting microbial populations — albeit with at least one striking exception. For example, vaginal microbiota is distinct in that greater bacterial diversity is seen in women with bacterial … [Read more...] about Diversity Matters in Microbiota
Probiota 2021 Summit, An Excerpt
As promised, Probiota 2021 Summit in February offered expert speakers and vigorous panels who engaged on key issues affecting the business of the microbiome: European Regulatory Opportunities for the Next Decade:Beyond The GutPre & Probiotics Futures IPA has been dipping back into … [Read more...] about Probiota 2021 Summit, An Excerpt
Akkermansia muciniphila and influenza virus
In the last decade, Akkermansia muciniphila has emerged as a next-generation beneficial microorganism in a wide reach of health conditions. Now, new research advances a role for this relatively recently discovered microbe in combatting an influenza virus, a cause of infections and deaths … [Read more...] about Akkermansia muciniphila and influenza virus
IPA Webinar 2021 Recap: Probiotic Innovations
To usher in 2021 with a bit of optimism, the International Probiotics Association sponsored a provocative webinar titled: Probiotic Innovations: A Reset Back to the Future. Executive Director George Paraskevakos introduced the 75-minute webinar — now available on demand — with an … [Read more...] about IPA Webinar 2021 Recap: Probiotic Innovations
Severe Acute Malnutrition & Probiotics
Heartbreakingly, malnutrition is responsible for 35% of deaths among children under five globally. And for survivors of early undernutrition, the long-term consequences may include increased risk of stunting, impaired neurodevelopment and negative social and economic impacts. Recent research … [Read more...] about Severe Acute Malnutrition & Probiotics
Probiota 2021 Looks Forward
Though presented in a digital format this year, Probiota 2021 Summit succeeded in its traditional goal: offering expert speakers and vigorous panels who engaged on key issues affecting the business of the microbiome. Nutraingredients and a host of generous sponsors along with IPA presented the … [Read more...] about Probiota 2021 Looks Forward