Probiotics and Microbiota-Host Interaction
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The Probiotics and Microbiota–Host Interactions Group (PMHI) is recognized for its pioneering work in Serbia in the fields of probiotics, host–microorganism interactions, and gut microbiota. Our team includes molecular microbiologists, molecular geneticists, immunologists, pharmacists, biochemists, and bioinformaticians. Our research is dedicated to studying the interactions between beneficial bacteria and their hosts (humans and animals), as well as understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying these interactions.
The PMHI Group’s research topics include:
- Microbiota–Gut–Brain Axis – Investigating the connection between gut microbiota and neuropsychiatric disorders.
- Microbiota and Systemic Diseases – Studying the role of microbiota in immunotherapy, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, and aging.
- Probiotics and Postbiotics – Characterizing natural isolates of lactic acid bacteria and anaerobic gut bacteria, identifying bioactive bacterial metabolites, and developing next-generation probiotics.
- Functional Food and Gut Health – Analyzing and isolating microorganisms and bioactive components from fermented products (bread, dairy products), testing starter cultures with probiotic effects for the preparation of these products, and studying their impact on gut physiology.
The group’s goal is to develop effective, scientifically based therapies focused on microbiota modulation, as well as probiotics and functional products that strengthen the host’s defense mechanisms and improve the health and quality of life of both humans and animals. The group has established and continues to develop the first national collection of indigenous microorganisms – LABBANK. Our innovative activities are implemented through the Center for Probiotics and Starter Cultures.
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Nataša Golić
Group for Probiotics and Microbiota-Host Interaction
Department of Microbiology and Plant Biology
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FULL RESEARCH PROFESSOR
ASSOCIATE RESEARCH PROFESSOR
ASSISTANT RESEARCH PROFESSOR
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
