On the occasion of World Microbiome Day, we invite you to take a closer look at the fascinating world of microorganisms that live with us and shape our health from within far more than we may think.
At the science-popular event Invisible Allies of Health, experts from different fields will discuss how microorganisms shape our bodies from birth to old age, what role they play in gut health, lung health and pregnancy, as well as in the communication between the gut and the brain.
Science-popular lectures on the invisible allies of health:
12:00–12:10 Opening remarks
12:10–12:40 “Invisible Companions: The Microbiome from Birth to Healthy Ageing”
Dr Dušan Radojević, Research Associate, IMGGE UB
12:40–13:10 “The Gut Microbiome in the Pathogenesis and Treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases”
Prof. Dr Dino Tarabar, Dr Dragiša Mišović Clinical Hospital Centre
13:10–13:30 Break
13:30–14:00 “Microbiota as a Key to Understanding the Traditional Use of Medicinal Plants”
Prof. Dr Mirjana Rajilić-Stojanović, Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade
14:00–14:30 “When the Gut Talks to the Brain: The Microbiome and Depression”
Hristina Mitrović, Research Assistant, IMGGE UB
14:30–15:00 Break
15:00–15:30 “The Lung Microbiota — From Symbiosis to Infection” — online
Dr Aleksandra Barać, Clinic for Infectious and Tropical Diseases, University Clinical Centre of Serbia
15:30–16:00 “The Vaginal Microbiome — A Journey Through Pregnancy”
Prim. Dr Sci. Med. Igor Plješa, Euromedik General Hospital
16:00–16:30 Discussion
In addition to the lectures, visitors will have the opportunity to speak with researchers and doctors, ask questions and discover the latest insights in microbiome research in an accessible and engaging way.
The event is organised as part of the project Your Micro-World, financially supported by the Center for the Promotion of Science, and dedicated to our microbiome and its role in preserving health. The science behind it is closer to everyday life than you might think. Meet your invisible allies.