The International Society of Microbiota has partnered with the Global Grants for Gut Health program to expand funding opportunities for Japanese early-career researchers. The new partnership will bring $100,000 in funding to Tokyo, highlighting the global significance of microbiome research in Japan.
Professor Saeedi's appointment reflects ISM's commitment to advancing microbiota research toward clinical translation and precision medicine. He will contribute to identifying emerging scientific priorities and promoting the integration of microbiome science with aging biology, metabolism, cardiovascular medicine, and precision health.
International experts will gather in Valencia to discuss phage therapy's translation from isolated successes to widespread clinical implementation. The challenge now is addressing regulation, manufacturing, accessibility, and clinical integration to make phage therapy a routine healthcare solution.
The Targeting Phage Therapy 2026 Congress will bring together experts to address clinical, regulatory, industrial, and hospital infrastructure requirements for phage therapy. The congress aims to move phage therapy from promising science to accessible, validated, and deployable medicine.
Aging is redefined as a systems-level failure rather than molecular defects, highlighting the need for coordinated modulation of biological networks. The International Conference on Targeting Longevity 2026 explores new translational strategies and industrial opportunities by focusing on resilience.
Researchers focus on system-level resilience and long-term biological coordination to understand aging as a loss of coordination between biological systems. Studies show how mitochondrial signaling influences inflammation in senescence and microbiota–brain interactions shape aging trajectories.
The congress will focus on key mechanisms of skin ageing, including cellular senescence, mitochondrial dysfunction, and microbiome-skin interactions. Top experts in dermatology and longevity science will present new strategies for enhancing skin vitality and combating age-related decline.
The microbiota is recognized as a dynamic organ producing molecules that regulate gene expression, immunity, and mitochondrial function. Biomarkers of inflammation, metabolism, and aging can be predicted through microbiota signatures, establishing the microbiota as a pillar of predictive medicine.
The conference explores how generative AI is reshaping kidney medicine through AI-driven diagnostics, data integration, and omics analysis. Key findings include the use of LLMs to transform diagnostic precision, patient management, and research design.
The congress brings together experts to explore mitochondria's role in cellular dynamics, metabolic control, and therapeutic targets. Key findings include the emergence of mitochondria as biological sensors and decision-makers, translating environmental signals into cellular fate.
The 17th World Congress on Targeting Mitochondria will gather world's leading experts from biotechnology, pharma and academia to discuss health, longevity and precision medicine. Over 150 academic and institutional partners and 30 industrial and investment organizations are participating.
The 2-day conference focuses on bridging the fields of mitochondrial biology, microbiome research, and extracellular vesicle science to advance translational innovation. Experts will discuss EVs as core messengers in intercellular communication and their potential therapeutic applications.
The International Society of Microbiota and RIKEN will host the prestigious Innovation Awards Gala to celebrate microbiota-driven discoveries. Nominations for the awards close on October 7, 2025, and recognize scientific excellence and translational breakthroughs in microbiota medicine.
ElderCraft, a standardized polyphenol extract from Austrian elderberries, is now available for free to qualified researchers worldwide. This initiative aims to reduce study-to-study variability and enable stronger meta-analyses in polyphenol science.
The conference will explore the latest breakthroughs in skin ageing research, targeting molecular mechanisms and real-world applications. Key findings include the importance of understanding skin ageing's intrinsic and extrinsic factors to develop comprehensive solutions.
Researchers will explore the intersection of mitochondria and microbiota through extracellular vesicles for diagnostics, targeted drug delivery, and regenerative medicine. The conference aims to accelerate scientific progress by building bridges between disciplines.
Four leading Japanese corporations in the health and nutrition sectors have joined forces to advance microbiome science. The event aims to explore recent research and development achievements, engage with industry innovators, and promote practical applications of fundamental research.
The 12th World Congress on Targeting Microbiota explores the microbiome's role in diagnostics, therapeutics, and systems biology. Emerging data reveal bidirectional interactions between psychotropic medications and the microbiome, highlighting new approaches to mental health.
Polyphenols are multifunctional agents with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, microbiota-modulating, and neuroprotective properties. The Polyphenols Applications 2025 congress explores novel applications of polyphenols in various fields.
Japan is set to host a global summit on microbiome medicine and fermentation science, featuring pioneering research and collaboration among industry leaders. The event aims to promote personalized nutrition, microbial diagnostics, and next-generation therapeutics.
Phage therapy is gaining recognition as a complementary tool to antibiotics, demonstrating potential in re-sensitizing resistant bacteria and extending antibiotic lifespan. Researchers are developing genetically customized phages for enhanced specificity and immune evasion mechanisms.
The international conference will focus on translating phage research into clinical reality, exploring key sessions and major speakers. Companies from various sectors are attending the event, highlighting the growing interest in phage therapy.
The 8th World Congress on Targeting Phage Therapy 2025 will bring together global phage community to address clinical, regulatory, and industrial challenges. The event will feature cutting-edge research, real-world clinical insights, and applications of bacteriophage therapy across medicine, oncology, agriculture, and industry.
Professor Robert T. Schooley will present a talk at the 8th World Congress on Targeting Phage Therapy, exploring phage therapy advancements and necessary steps for widespread adoption. The congress will gather experts to discuss latest advances, challenges, and clinical applications of bacteriophage therapy.
The 8th Digital Olfaction Society World Congress highlights groundbreaking advancements in digital olfaction, from smart necklaces to drones equipped with olfactory sensors. The event showcases innovative applications of scent digitization technologies, including virtual reality systems and e-nose devices for early disease detection.
The Digital Olfaction Summit 2024 will present the latest developments in digital olfaction, including portable sensors like Scout3 and NeOse, and wearable devices for real-time scent detection. The event will also feature a unique challenge to digitize scents representing regional cultural essence.
Researchers will explore the role of exosomes in delivering regenerative compounds, while also investigating olfactory receptors' unexpected functions in skin health. The conference aims to slow or reverse skin aging through novel approaches to mitochondrial function and microbiota balance.
The Redox Medicine Society will host its 26th International Conference on Redox Medicine in Paris, featuring keynotes, sessions, and round-table discussions on advancements and applications in clinical settings. The conference aims to facilitate innovation and excellence in the field of redox medicine.
The World Mitochondria Society will host Targeting Mitochondria 2023, a conference featuring sessions on innovations such as mitochondria in space and exosome-based mitochondrial medicine. The event aims to take clinical translation of mitochondrial therapies to a new level.
The 13th International Conference on Skin Ageing & Challenges will be held in Lisbon, Portugal, with over 61 communications and innovations presented. Key findings include the impact of olfactory receptors on microbiota & wound healing, as well as recent artificial intelligence developments for skin cancer detection.
The 7th International Meeting of the Digital Olfaction Society will showcase innovations and products in digital olfaction. Several demonstrations, including those by Sony and Ricoh, will be displayed, highlighting progress in olfactory measurement, testing, and transmission.
The 13th Annual Meeting on Skin Challenges 2022 will address key skin ageing and challenges such as skin microbiome, cancer, inflammation, wound healing, and more. The event will feature experts from industry and academia presenting their research on these topics.
The event will cover various topics including microbiota dysbiosis, oral and vaginal microbiota, and their impact on diseases like depression, cancer, and respiratory infections. The meeting aims to accelerate Microbiota medicine applications through strategic discussions.
Researchers are exploring ways to target and manipulate the human microbiome, with potential applications in treating diseases such as depression, obesity, and retinal disorders. The conference will feature presentations on innovative strategies and recent findings in modulating microbiota and microbial components.
The conference highlights recent discoveries on polyphenol applications in microbiota, adipose tissue, nervous system, senolytic activity, ageing, and endothelial function. Over 131 communications will be presented during three days.
Extracellular vesicles and exosomes are membrane-bound vesicles that facilitate intercellular exchange of proteins, lipids, and genetic material. They will be highlighted in upcoming events focusing on mitochondrial quality control, skin ageing, and microbiota.
The 7th International Meeting of the Digital Olfaction Society will take place in Tokyo, Japan, with a focus on digitalizing smells and aromas. The meeting aims to gather researchers, academics, and industry professionals to share knowledge and develop practical applications for olfactory digitization.
The workshop will discuss recent advances, perspectives, and applications of medical cannabis and cannabinoids. Researchers will explore their chemistry, pharmacology, analysis, influence on mitochondria, and potential use as anticancer agents.
The Polyphenols Applications 2022 World Congress will focus on the latest findings and emerging trends in polyphenol research, covering various topics such as microbiota, adipose tissue, nervous system, senolytic activity, ageing, endothelial function, radioprotection, atherosclerosis, and more. Over 300 international participants will...
The ISM Annual Meeting highlights new topics in oral, vaginal, skin, and gut microbiota, as well as their metabolites and potential implications in diseases like cancer, depression, and stroke. The meeting aims to explore the mechanism behind microbiota efficacy and its potential application in precision medicine.
The 13th Annual Meeting on Skin Challenges 2022 will highlight the roles of extracellular vesicles in skin ageing and age-related diseases. Therapeutic strategies and anti-ageing potential of these vesicles from various sources, including stem cells and commensal bacteria, will be addressed.
The 9th World Congress on Targeting Microbiota will discuss recent advances in microbiome research, including the potential of naked mole rat's gut microbiome to extend human lifespan. The congress also explores gene editing and microbiome therapy for depression and cancer immunotherapy.
The 15th World Congress on Polyphenols Applications will be held in Valencia, Spain from September 28-30, featuring over 100 communications and discussions on polyphenol applications and innovations. The congress aims to explore the role of polyphenols in food and their impact on human health.
The 13th Annual Meeting on Skin Challenges 2022 will discuss recent advances in skin ageing, focusing on extracellular vesicles and their therapeutic potential. Experts will also share findings on the skin microbiome and its role in age-related diseases.
The 24th International Conference on Oxidative Stress Reduction, Redox Homeostasis & Antioxidants, shed light on the latest redox field innovations and the future of redox medicine. Keynote speaker Prof. Helmut Sies discussed stringently selective modulation of enzymatic oxidant sources and sinks in redox nanomedicine.
The Polyphenols Applications World Congress 2022 will host a cannabis symposium in Valencia, Spain, discussing recent advances on polyphenols, their applications, and innovations. The symposium aims to evaluate the constituents of cannabis and medical cannabis, mainly cannabinoids and flavonoids.
Academic researchers will present newest discoveries on redox in aging, immunity, ocular disorders, and fertility. The conference highlights the mechanisms of redox control like Nrf2 signaling pathway.
The 9th World Congress on Targeting Microbiota 2022 will focus on recent advances in the microbiota field and therapeutic strategies. Key findings include research on probiotic strains, natural mineral waters, and extracellular vesicles.
A recent report by the International Society of Microbiota confirms a bidirectional interplay between gut microbiota and various organs, highlighting the crucial role of microbiota in disease pathogenesis. The report also explores therapeutic strategies for manipulating gut microbiota to prevent and treat disorders.