37682 - The Role of Intestinal Microflora on Human Health

Learning outcomes

Students must learn the following: 1. classical and molecular-based methods for studying the gut microbiota; 2. updated knowledge of microbial ecology; 3. knowledge of the effects of the microbiota on the intestinal mucosa and other areas of the body; 4. the role of the microbiota in pathologies

Course contents

- Introduction to healthy gut microbiota: structure and function

- Methods for studying the gut microbiota (cultural and molecular approaches)

- Changes in the microbiota throughout life

- From eubiosis to dysbiosis: the role of the microbiota in the onset and progression of diseases

- Tools for modulating the microbiota: prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics, faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) and ad hoc consortia

Readings/Bibliography

Slides and notes taken during the lessons are essential for exam preparation.

Teaching methods

Lectures with the support of explanatory slides.

Assessment methods

Multiple-choice quiz

Teaching tools

PC, projector

Students with SLD or temporary or permanent disabilities are recommended to contact the relevant university office in good time (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en). The Office will be responsible for proposing any adaptations to the students concerned, but these must be submitted for the teacher's approval at least 15 days in advance. The teacher will then evaluate them in relation to the course's educational objectives.

Office hours

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