NIH to Host Virtual Roundtable on Gut Microbiome and Women's Health

The NIH Office of Research on Women’s Health (ORWH) will host a virtual Women’s Health Research Roundtable on July 30, 2026, focusing on the critical interplay between the gut microbiome and women’s health. This free webinar, scheduled from 3:00 – 4:00 PM EDT, will delve into the latest research, including the impact of social stressors on the gut microbiome and its role in breast cancer development.

The session will feature presentations from Dr. Negar Fani, a clinical neuropsychologist specializing in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and trauma, and Dr. Saori Furuta, whose research explores the connection between metabolism, immunity, and the microbiome in cancer prevention. Dr. Furuta's current work specifically investigates how reprogramming arginine metabolism might suppress breast cancer growth.

Attendees can earn free CME credits while gaining insights into cutting-edge findings. The roundtable aims to provide a comprehensive overview of how the gut microbiome influences various aspects of women's health.