Global perspectives on human milk and infant microbiomes - presented by Prof Meghan Azad PhD

Global perspectives on human milk and infant microbiomes

Prof Meghan Azad PhD

Prof Meghan Azad PhD
GloMiNe "Preservation of microbial diversity” by Microbiota Vault and MVIF
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Microbiome Virtual International Forum
DateThursday, September 11, 2025 1:30 AM to 1:45 AM (UTC)
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Microbiome Virtual International Forum
Global perspectives on human milk and infant microbiomes
Prof Meghan Azad PhD
Meghan Azad
University of Manitoba

Breastfeeding is a key driver of infant microbiome development. Human milk composition, including its microbiome, varies across cultures and geographies according to local environments and lifestyle practices. These variations in human milk are fundamental to shaping and understanding variations in infant microbiome development and associated health outcomes globally.

References
  • 1.
    K. Fehr et al. (2025) Protocol: the International Milk Composition (IMiC) Consortium - a Harmonized Secondary Analysis of Human Milk from 4 Studies.
  • 2.
    L. Shenhav et al. (2024) Microbial colonization programs are structured by breastfeeding and guide healthy respiratory development. Cell
  • 3.
    S. R. Ames et al. (2024) Human milk feeding practices and serum immune profiles of one-year-old infants in the CHILD birth cohort study. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
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Sep
11
2025
Thursday, September 11, 2025 1:30 AM to 1:45 AM (UTC)
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