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Citizens
Exploring the health benefits of fermented foods: Dr. Paul Cotter talks fermentation techniques, applications for health and Domino’s nutritional trial on the ISAPP Podcast
Dr. Paul Cotter of Teagasc (Ireland), one of the researchers involved in Domino, was recently invited to the ‘Science, Microbes & Health’ podcast by the International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP). In this podcast episode, Dr Cotter talks about the historical roots of fermented foods as a preservation method, and how they have […]
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Citizens
Exploring the health benefits of fermented foods: Dr. Paul Cotter talks fermentation techniques, applications for health and Domino’s nutritional trial on the ISAPP Podcast
Dr. Paul Cotter of Teagasc (Ireland), one of the researchers involved in Domino, was recently invited to the ‘Science, Microbes & Health’ podcast by the International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP). In this podcast episode, Dr Cotter talks about the historical roots of fermented foods as a preservation method, and how they have […]
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Citizens
Domino’s Second Annual Meeting in Cork, Ireland
Researchers and industry partners from the DOMINO project convened in Cork, Ireland, from March 26-28 for the second annual meeting. This event provided a platform for experts to review progress, share insights, and lay out the next steps in their mission to explore the health benefits of fermented foods and develop innovative plant-based alternatives. DOMINO […]
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Researchers
Food Metagenomic Data: news from University of Trento
A new version of the curatedFoodMetagenomicData (cFMD), developed within the DOMINO project, has been released by University of Trento.
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Researchers
M4SF Cluster at the Second Forum on Fermented Foods
The Second Forum on Fermented Foods (2FFF) took place in Málaga, Spain, from February 5th-7th, 2025. This international conference brought together leading researchers to discuss the biodiversity, sustainability, and health benefits of fermented foods. Hosted by the COST Action PIMENTO CA20128 project, the event covered a wide range of essential topics, including: The Microbes4SustainableFoods (M4SF) […]
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Risk assessors
The Role of Lactic Acid Bacteria in Food Fermentation
The unique flavours, textures, and health benefits of fermented foods like yogurt, sauerkraut and sourdough bread come from a community of microorganisms that transform regular ingredients into something special. Among the key players in this process are lactic acid bacteria. So, what exactly are lactic acid bacteria, and how do they work? The DOMINO project […]
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Risk assessors
DOMINO Case Study: Advancing Fermentation Sciences with Table Olives
Harnessing the power of microbes to enhance the health, quality, and functionality of fermented foods lies at the core of the DOMINO project. This innovative and scientifically robust approach is paving the way for designing better food products tailored to the evolving needs of our food systems. In this case study, DOMINO partner, the University […]
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Policy makers
Policy Brief: Leveraging Microbiome Research for Sustainable Food Systems and Human Health in Europe
On November 18th, 2024, the DOMINO project, along with the Microbes4SustainableFoods Cluster projects, were represented as part of a conference on microbiome research entitled “Exploring the shared future of microbiome, food and health”. For more details on the event, see: Past Events – DOMINO. As an outcome of this event, a policy brief was developed […]
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Researchers
DOMINO Case Study: Cultivating Cultures at the Teagasc Bioprocess Innovation Suite
The Teagasc bioprocessing group used the DOMINO project as a case study to promote the capabilities of their site. This article was written by Teagasc researchers John Leech and Antonio Lourenco. The original article is found here: Kefir-Scale-up.pdf Artisanal fermented foods are celebrated for their health-promoting properties and intricate microbial composition, contributing to their distinct […]
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Citizens
What is the Role of Gut Bacteria in Human Health?
Your body is home to trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, yeasts, and viruses, which live in various areas such as your skin, nose, mouth, and gut. Many of these microorganisms reside in your gut, and among these, the bacteria there play a particularly important role in regulating your health through hormone regulation, metabolism regulation, immune response, and digestion. But […]
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Researchers
DOMINO’s Profile on the EU CAP Network, EIP-AGRI Project Database
The EIP-AGRI (The Agricultural European Innovation Partnership) project database is hosted by the EU CAP Network, a network that aims to optimise the flow of information about agriculture and rural policy within the EU. The EIP-AGRI Project Database features projects from across Europe that boost innovation and knowledge exchange for agriculture, forestry and rural areas. […]
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Researchers
Now Available: Open Source of Food Metagenomic Data (FMD)
The DOMINO project is dedicated to enhancing publicly available resources that deepen our understanding of the complex science behind fermented foods. To achieve this, we’ve developed the Food Metagenomic Data (FMD) database—which offers insights into the diverse microbial communities present in various fermented products. FMD is an open source resource that includes 2,533 metagenomes* from […]
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Citizens
Celebrating World Microbiome Day 2024
This year to celebrate #WorldMicrobiomeDay, we are sharing some resources from the DOMINO project and its collaborative initiatives! The theme of 2024 was “Feed your microbes – How diet shapes your gut microbiome”. Dive in to the information below to learn more about how microbiomes play an important role for our health and everyday lives. […]
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NGOs
Meet our DOMINO Microbiome Ambassadors!
#MicrobiomeAmbassador is a campaign initiated by the EU project MicrobiomeSupport. This is a social media campaign aimed at all microbe enthusiasts to share why they love microbes and their communities (a.k.a microbiomes). Through this campaign, we see the faces behind the research, and get a glimpse into why the microbiome is important for them. Meet […]
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Citizens
From Kimchi to Kefir: Why ancient wisdom on food fermentation remains good for our gut (Positive News article)
Learn about the ancient wisdom about fermented foods! Read all about it in the Positive News article guided by Rain Kuldjärv, a food researcher at TFTAK, author & project partner of the DOMINO project. Read the full article on the Positive News website, here: www.positive.news/environment/food/why-ancient-wisdom-on-food-fermentation-remains-good-for-our-gut/ For more inspiration, check out Rain Kuldjärv’s “Fermentation: Plain and […]
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Citizens
Fermented Foods: What are they, and what is their impact on our health?
Fermented foods have been consumed around the world for centuries. Today, they endure in kitchens, restaurants and markets, where an estimated 5000 types of fermented foods are eaten worldwide, making up 5-40% of human diets. As certain foods and beverages such as sourdough bread and kombucha rise in popularity and receive trend-worthy recognition, it begs […]
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Citizens
DOMINO Newsletter #1
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Citizens
DOMINO Newsletter #2
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Citizens
Domino’s First Annual Meeting in Tallin
Between 13th and 15th March 2024, all the partners of Domino convened to celebrate the end of the first year of the project, present what has been done and discuss the next steps. The meeting took place in Tallin, Estonia, hosted by Domino’s partner TFTAK. During these three days of work, we reviewed all the […]
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Citizens
Celebrating World Pulses Day: A Spotlight on Fermented Pulses
Since 2018, on February 10th the United Nations (UN) celebrates World Pulses Day, a global event designed to raise public awareness about the environmental significance and nutritional benefits of pulses. These edible seeds from a legume plant (including lentils, chickpeas, beans, lupin and other protein grains) have great benefits for food security, nutrition, health, […]
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Citizens
Gut Health & Fermented Foods – An Emerging Factor for Health and Disease Prevention?
The human microbiome, a community of more than 50 trillion bacteria and many more living microorganisms settled in and on our bodies, represents a pandora box of great mysteries. While a clear definition of a “healthy microbiome” does not yet exist, diversity has emerged as one major factor that enables the microbiome to support the immune system, provide nutrients and in some cases prevent certain diseases. Overall, these microorganisms play an important role in our lives and in the way our bodies function.
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Citizens
The Past, Present, and Future of Fermented Foods
From the spicy kick of kimchi, the sour tang of creamy milk kefir, to the satisfying crust of sourdough bread, these culinary treats are as diverse as they are delicious. Countless fermented products like these have been a part of human culture for centuries and are a testament to the ancient art of fermentation. Today, their role in our diets and cultures has evolved and diversified, and fermented foods are becoming increasingly recognised for their roles in contributing to human health and more sustainable food systems.
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Citizens
World Microbiome Day 2023
It’s online the video of the webinar “Transforming healthier food for a healthier planet” organised on the 27th of June within the frame of the World Microbiome Day 2023.
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