One-day Seminar on “Gut Microbiomes and Its Link to mental Health: The Gut Brain Axis
Department: Life Sciences
UG, PG Students, PhD/Faculty Members
Activity: One-day Seminar on “Gut Microbiomes and Its Link to mental Health: The Gut Brain Axis”
Date and Duration: 05th October, 2024 /10:00 AM to 01:30 PM
Title: One-day Seminar on “Gut Microbiomes and Its Link to mental Health: The Gut Brain Axis
Resource Person:
- Dr. Umesh Kumar, Professor and Research Mentor, School of Biosciences, IMS Ghaziabad (University Courses Campus) Ghaziabad Uttar Pradesh, India
Mr. Bridreth Khokhare, Chief Scientist. Mentor. Founder: Scienceonwheels Bio Pvt. Ltd. Chandigarh Punjab India
Brief description/ Remarks:
Faculty of Life Sciences had organized one day’s seminar on “Gut Microbiomes and Its Link to mental Health: The Gut Brain Axis” for the students of B. Sc (Hons) and M.Sc. Biotechnology /Microbiology. The program was organized to make the students aware of the relationship between probiotics /gut microbes and mental health. The program was started with Saraswati Vandana, followed by the welcome address by Mr. Yogendra Kumar Verma, Assistant Professor, Head, Faculty of Life Sciences and welcoming to the Dean of Academic Affair Prof. (Dr.) Arunava Das Mandsaur university. In this seminar main agenda to make awareness about microbiota role in human health. So for this seminar our distinguished speaker was welcome and introduced by Prof. (Dr.) Arunava Das –
- Mr. Bridreth Khokhare, Chief Scientist. Mentor. Founder: Scienceonwheels Bio Pvt. Ltd. Chandigarh Punjab India
- Dr. Umesh Kumar, Professor, and Research Mentor, School of Biosciences, IMS Ghaziabad (University Courses Campus) Ghaziabad Uttar Pradesh, India
Mr. Bridreth Khokhare, Chief Scientist, majorly cover these lecture on role of nutraceuticals products and job prospective in this area while Dr. Umesh Kumar, Professor, and Research Mentor, cover role of probiotics in mental health and immune system. Here, there are main topic was covered during entire seminar and faculty along with students was also interacted with speaker during seminar.
Key Points Covered:
Gut Microbiome: The gut microbiome is composed of trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes. These play crucial roles in digestion, immunity, and even brain function.
Gut-Brain Axis: The gut-brain axis is a bidirectional communication network that connects the gut and the brain. It involves various mechanisms, such as the nervous system (vagus nerve), immune system, and endocrine signaling (hormones and neurotransmitters). Microbiota can produce neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, which are linked to mood regulation.
Link to Mental Health: Studies show that changes in gut bacteria can affect mental health, contributing to conditions such as anxiety, depression, and stress. For instance, a disrupted microbiome can lead to inflammation, which is linked to depressive symptoms. Probiotics and prebiotics, which influence gut bacteria composition, have been explored as potential treatments for improving mood and mental well-being.Research and Implications: The research on the gut-brain axis suggests a promising area for developing new therapies for mental health conditions by targeting the microbiome. This event likely explores these cutting-edge topics, bringing together researchers and students to discuss the latest findings and future directions in this exciting field. Closing Remarks: Mr. Yogendra Verma, Acting HOD Department of Life Sciences, expressed his appreciation for both insightful and inspiring talk. Overall, the seminar offered a comprehensive overview of the gut microbes and their relation with immune system, neural biology and cell cycle regulation, providing participants with valuable knowledge and practical insights.
Outcome:
Students would gain a deeper understanding of how the gut and brain communicate through the gut-brain axis, including the role of the microbiome in influencing mental health. The seminar likely highlighted the importance of gut health and how changes in the microbiome can impact mood, behavior, and mental disorders such as anxiety and depression. For students interested in pursuing careers or further studies in microbiology, neuroscience, or mental health, the seminar may have provided inspiration and direction for future research topics.
No. of participants: 73 internal + 3 External Mandsaur PG college Students participants
Prepared by: Mr. Ankit Rai, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Life Sciences, Mandsaur University
Verified and Submitted by (HOD/HOI): Mr. Yogendra Kumar Verma, Head, Faculty of Life Sciences, Mandsaur University.
