Workshop on Probiotic Clinical Study Design

The aim of this workshop is to review and discuss existing guidelines for conducting clinical trials on probiotics, with a focus on their unique characteristics. The workshop will highlight gaps in current guidelines and explore ways to enhance them, ensuring the design and execution of robust, high-quality studies.

Recognized experts in the field will participate in this workshop to help shape the future of probiotics research. Through interactive discussions, we aim to:

• Share perspectives on current challenges in probiotics study design.
• Provide recommendations for improving and expanding existing guidelines.
• Collaborate with fellow experts to identify actionable next steps.

This workshop will bring together leading researchers, clinicians, and industry representatives, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and encouraging collaboration.

Organizing Committee

• Prof. Hania Szajewska, University of Warsaw (Chair)
• Dr. Arthur Ouwehand, IFF (Co-Chair)
• Prof. Adele Costabile, University of Roehampton
• Prof. Marc Benninga, Amsterdam UMC
• Prof. Gemma Walton, University of Reading
• Ms. Patricia Sanz Morales, University of Reading
• Dr. Jonathan Lane, H&H Group
• Dr. Nikoletta Vidra, Yakult Europe
• Dr. Carolien van Loo-Bouwman, Yili
• Georgia Chatonidi, ILSI Europe