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Collection of human bacteria at University of Tartu, Estonia.

  • 2026-02-12
  • Microbiology resource announcements 15(2)
    • Reet Mändar
    • Hugo Mändar
    • Tiiu Rööp
    • Marika Mikelsaar

Study Design

Methods
The Human Microbiota Biobank (HUMB) at University of Tartu, Estonia, was established to support and promote research activities in the field of human microbiota. The collection contains more than 20,000 bacterial strains, both lactic acid bacteria and opportunistic bacteria.
The Human Microbiota Biobank (HUMB) at University of Tartu, Estonia, was established to support and promote research activities in the field of human microbiota. The collection contains more than 20,000 bacterial strains, both lactic acid bacteria and opportunistic bacteria. The content of the collection is available for scientific collaboration.

Research Insights

  • Bifidobacterium plantarum→Improved Gastrointestinal Health

    The Human Microbiota Biobank (HUMB) at University of Tartu, Estonia, was established to support and promote research activities in the field of human microbiota. The collection contains more than 20,000 bacterial strains, both lactic acid bacteria and opportunistic bacteria.

    Effect
    Beneficial
    Effect size
    Small
  • Bifidobacterium plantarum→Improved Gastrointestinal Symptoms

    consuming Bifidobacterium plantarum? ... What are the observed health outcomes of consuming Bifidobacterium plantarum?

    Effect
    Beneficial
    Effect size
    Small
  • Bifidobacterium plantarum→Improved Gut Microbiota Composition

    The Human Microbiota Biobank (HUMB) at University of Tartu, Estonia, was established to support and promote research activities in the field of human microbiota. The collection contains more than 20,000 bacterial strains, both lactic acid bacteria and opportunistic bacteria.

    Effect
    Beneficial
    Effect size
    Small
  • Lactobacillus fermentum ME-3→Improved Total Antioxidant Status

    The strain L. fermentum ME-3 exhibits antioxidative properties and its consumption was associated with increased total antioxidant capacity and reduced oxidative damage markers.

    Effect
    Beneficial
    Effect size
    Moderate
  • Lactobacillus fermentum ME-3→Reduced Oxidative Stress

    The consumption of Lactobacillus fermentum ME-3 has been shown to decrease lipid peroxidation and increase the activity of antioxidant enzymes in humans, indicating improved antioxidant status.

    Effect
    Beneficial
    Effect size
    Moderate
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