Hello All,

This Friday will be our first Food for Health Seminar Series speaker of the semester. Dr. Robert Hutkins and Dr. Jennifer Auchtung have invited Dr. Daniel Merenstein from Georgetown University. Please find the flyer both below and attached for information regarding Dr. Merenstein's visit. We will be in person in FIC 277 on Friday. There will also be a zoom connection.

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Presenter: Dr. Daniel Merenstein from Georgetown University

Title: "Clinical translation of biotic science; How can we enhance impact"

Summary: Biotic science, encompassing probiotics and related interventions, has advanced rapidly, yet its clinical translation remains limited. Often when recommended and used products are not used in an evidence-based manner. Despite some randomized controlled trials, guideline recommendations often diverge due to variability in strain specificity, study quality, and external validity. This presentation examines barriers to the clinical impact of biotic science, including inconsistent communication, lack of adequately powered trials, underreporting of adverse events, and limited relevance to real-world settings. Drawing on clinical trial experience at Georgetown University, we highlight lessons for improving study design and translation. We also consider how knowledge, attitudes, and communication strategies shape clinician behavior, emphasizing the need for patient-oriented outcomes, transparency in guidelines, and responsible scientific communication. Ultimately, stronger clinical evidence, clearer communication, and thoughtful trial design are essential to enhance the credibility, uptake, and impact of biotic science in medical practice.

Location: FIC 277 & Zoom

Date/Time:  Friday Sept.12th, Noon-12:55pm (CT)

Snacks & coffee will be available outside FIC 277 starting around 11:30am.

Zoom Connection Information:

https://unl.zoom.us/j/93875698434?pwd=ak1NOWxkbkYrcnNva2RKUk80UmFiQT09

Meeting ID: 938 7569 8434
Passcode: NFHC

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Best Regards,

Susie

Susie Fauble Administrative Coordinator Department of Food Science and Technology University of Nebraska-Lincoln Food Innovation Center, 1901 N 21st St, Room 232 Lincoln, NE 68588-6205 402-472-2905 Empathy / Strategic / Developer / Context / Belief