Microorganisms Webinar | Gut Microbiota in Health and Diseases: The Role of Pro-, Pre-, Syn-, and Post-Biotics in the Gut–Liver–Brain Axis, 7 May 2026
A welcome message from the Webinar Chair:
I am very pleased to welcome you to this webinar on Gut Microbiota in Health and Diseases, focusing on the role of pro-, pre-, syn-, and postbiotics in the gut–liver–brain axis. This event brings together key perspectives from a field that continues to transform our understanding of human health, highlighting how microbial ecosystems influence systemic physiology and disease processes.
The gut microbiota plays a central role in maintaining homeostasis, acting as a bridge between environmental exposures, metabolic pathways, and neuro-immune communication. Increasing evidence underscores how targeted modulation of this ecosystem through probiotics, prebiotics, synbiotics, and postbiotics can open new avenues for prevention and therapy across a wide range of conditions.
Today’s program reflects this complexity and progression of knowledge. We will begin with Prof. Agostino Di Ciaula, who will explore the environmental determinants of the gut microbiota, shedding light on how external factors shape microbial composition and function. This presentation will be followed by Prof. Mohamad Khalil, who will discuss the mechanisms and clinical applications of probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics, offering valuable insights into their translational potential. Finally, Prof. Fabio Pace will address an important and often debated topic, the rationale and clinical outcomes of multi-strain versus single-strain probiotics.
I would like to extend my sincere thanks to all speakers, organizers, and participants for making this event possible. I am confident that today’s discussions will not only deepen our understanding but also inspire new ideas, collaborations, and future research directions. I wish you all a stimulating and rewarding webinar!
Date: 7 May 2026
Time: 9:00 am EDT | 3:00 pm CEST
Webinar ID: 841 3837 8952
Webinar Secretariat: journal.webinar@mdpi.com
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| Speaker/Presentation | Time in EDT | Time in CEST |
| MDPI Host Welcome and Introduction, Overview of Special Issue |
9:00–9:05 a.m. | 3:00–3:05 p.m. |
| Prof. Agostino Di Ciaula Environmental Determinant of Gut Microbiota |
9:05–9:25 a.m. | 3:05–3:25 p.m. |
| Prof. Mohamad Khalil Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Synbiotics: Mechanisms and Clinical Applications |
9:25–9:45 a.m. | 3:25–3:45 p.m. |
| Prof. Fabio Pace Multi-Strain or Single-Strain Probiotics? Rationale and Clinical Results |
9:45–10:05 a.m. | 3:45–4:05 p.m. |
| Q&A Session | 10:05–10:35 a.m. | 4:05–4:35 p.m. |
| Closing Remarks Key Takeaways, Special Issue Submission, Acknowledgements |
10:35–11:00 a.m. | 4:35–5:00 p.m. |
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Webinar Chair and Keynote Speakers:
- Prof. Mohamad Khalil, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Italy;
- Prof. Agostino Di Ciaula, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Italy;
- Prof. Fabio Pace, Gastroenterology Unit, ASST Bergamo Est, Italy.
Related Special Issue:
“Gut Microbiota in Health and Diseases: The Role of Pro-/Pre-/Syn-/Post-Biotics in the Gut–Liver–Brain Axis”
Guest Editors: Prof. Mohamad Khalil and Prof. Dr. Piero Portincasa
Deadline for submission: 15 June 2026