The Belgian Microbiome Network Symposium

The Belgian Microbiome Network

We are proud to announce the Belgian Microbiome Network First Symposium, taking place at the University of Antwerp.

University of Antwerp - City Campus (Room S.C.003)

<h2>Welcome to The Belgian Microbiome Network Symposium!</h2>The Belgian Microbiome Network aims to bring together the diverse microbiome research efforts in Belgium, spanning human, animal, soil, and environmental health, from fundamental in vitro studies to clinical trials and bioinformatics. By fostering collaboration between academic groups, clinicians, companies, and policymakers, we aim to create a dynamic and connected community that strengthens research, accelerates innovation, and enhances career opportunities.By bringing together microbiome researchers, institutions, and companies, we will build a network that drives discoveries, creates new ventures, attracts investment, and delivers both societal and economic benefits. This will make Belgium the place where microbiome ideas scale: from new therapies and diagnostics to resilient agri-food systems, sustainable biotech, and a thriving ecosystem that reinforces the region’s economy and scientific leadership.This symposium will bring together researchers, industry leaders, and microbiome enthusiasts from across Belgium to exchange knowledge, spark collaboration, and shape the future of microbiome science.

Agenda

Registration

Opening Statements and welcome by the Steering committee

10h15 -10h20: Session introduction by steering committee
//10h20 -10h50: Jeroen Raes (VIB-KU Leuven)
//10h50 -11h20: Laure Bindels (Université catholique de Louvain)
//11h20 -11h50: Sarah Lebeer (Universiteit Antwerpen)

Morning Session: The Role of the Microbiome in Human Health

Lunch

12h55-13h00: Session introduction by steering committee
//13h00-13h30: Sofie Goormachtig (Universiteit Gent)
//13h30-14h00: Isabelle George (Université libre de Bruxelles)
//14h00-14h30: Christophe Courtin (KU Leuven)

Afternoon Session: The Role of the Microbiome in Planetary Health

Coffee break

15h00-15h10: Bas Teusink (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam / Holomicrobiome Institute)
// 15h10-15h40: Sam Possemiers (MRM Health)

Closing session: Translating and scaling microbiome research

Panel discussion: Advancing microbiome research and translation in Belgium

Closing remarks by steering committee

Networking reception

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