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APC Microbiome Ireland Group Leaders share expertise at international food science and probiotics conferences in China
APC Microbiome Ireland Group Leaders Professor Paul Ross and Professor Catherine Stanton have taken part in two international scientific conferences in China, sharing their expertise in gut microbiome research, food science and probiotics.
The researchers attended the 13th International Conference of Food Science and Technology, held in Wuxi on 7–8 November, before travelling to Suzhou to deliver keynote presentations at the WeCare International Probiotics & Health Conference on 10 November.
Exploring food science and gut health in Wuxi
Co-hosted by Jiangnan University and the University of California, Davis, the 13th International Conference of Food Science and Technology brought together researchers from around the world to discuss advances in food science, nutrition, gut health and related technologies.
Professor Ross delivered a keynote presentation titled Gut Microbiome Modulation and Human Health, examining a key area of microbiome research and its relationship with human health.
Professor Stanton Teagasc Senior Principal Research Officer also attended the conference, joining international researchers working across food science, microbiology and nutrition.
The scientific programme covered topics including food nutrition and gut health, food biotechnology, food safety, sustainable food systems and emerging technologies.
Keynote presentations at WeCare International Probiotics & Health Conference
On 10 November, both researchers delivered keynote presentations at the WeCare International Probiotics & Health Conference 2026 in Suzhou.
The conference brought together international scientists, industry experts and research teams to discuss advances in microbiome science, probiotics and health.
This year's theme, Translating Microbiome Innovation into Global Commercial Advantage, provided a focus for discussions on scientific evidence, probiotic research, quality standards and industry collaboration.
The programme explored a range of topics, including microbiome science, probiotic quality, sports nutrition, consumer research and approaches to probiotic production.
Professor Ross and Professor Stanton contributed their research expertise through their keynote presentations, joining international speakers to share knowledge and discuss developments across microbiome and probiotic research.
Strengthening international scientific collaboration
The conferences provided opportunities for scientific exchange and engagement with researchers and institutions working across microbiology, food science and nutrition.
APC Microbiome Ireland and WeCare Probiotics have an established research partnership, announced in December 2024, focused on probiotic research for infant health.
Participation in these international meetings reflects APC Microbiome Ireland's ongoing engagement with the global microbiome research community and its commitment to collaborative research.
