The Microbiota–Gut–Brain Axis in Health and Disease
The Microbiota–Gut–Brain Axis in Health and Disease
Speaker:
Jatin Nagpal, BSc (Hons), MSc, PhD
Date: 12 November 2025
Location: Virtual
Discover the microbiota–gut–brain axis and its impact on animal health. In this session, Dr. Jatin Nagpal explains how trillions of microbes influence neurodevelopment, stress responses, and behavior through multiple pathways. Learn how diet, lifestyle, and interventions—such as prebiotics, probiotics, and fecal microbiota transplantation—can shape brain health and behavioral outcomes.
Dr. Nagpal also translates these insights into practical applications for veterinary medicine and pet health. Finally, he emphasizes the importance of moving beyond correlations toward causality through rigorous research, paving the way for innovative strategies to support both human and animal well-being.
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Day 1 Panel Discussion
Five event speakers join Jan Suchodolski for an interactive panel discussion, responding to audience questions and sharing expert perspectives on the day’s key topics.