Current Topics in Lactic Acid Bacteria and Probiotics

About Current Topics in Lactic Acid Bacteria and Probiotics

Current Topic in Lactic Acid Bacteria and Probiotics는 유산균 관련 기초 및 응용연구에 관한 전 분야의 원고를 게재합니다. 연 2회(6월 30일, 12월 31일)발간되고 있으며, Crossref, Google Scholar에서 색인되고 있습니다. 모집 논문 주제에 적합한 논문을 대상으로 학술지 투고 논문 심사 기준에 따라 분야별 전문가 2인의 심사위원 심사결과를 토대로 학술지 편집위원회에서 최종 선정됩니다. 투고하는 논문은 학술지 연구윤리 규정 및 투고규정을 준수하여 작성해야 합니다.
About Korean Society for Lactic Acid Bacteria and Probiotics

한국유산균프로바이오틱스학회는 2001년 “한국유산균연구회”로 출범하였으며, 2004년 5월에는 '한국유산균학회(Korean Society for Lactic Acid Bacteria)'로 창립 총회를 개최한 이래 본격적인 학술활동을 수행하고 있습니다. 그동안 회원 여러분들의 노고와 성원에 힘입어 매년 괄목할만한 발전을 거듭하고 있으며, 특히 본 학회의 초대 회장인 강국희 박사님께서 중심이 되어 설립한 '아시아유산균학회(AFSLAB)'의 핵심멤버로서 아시아지역 유산균 연구의 중추적인 역할을 수행하면서 국제적인 위상을 높여가고 있습니다. 유산균은 지구상에 인류가 출현한 이래 인간의 건강을 지켜주는 대표적인 유익한 미생물로서 전 세계의 수많은 학자들의 연구에서 나타난 바와 같이 다양한 건강증진 효능이 학술적으로 증명되었고, 근자에 와서 이러한 놀라운 효능들이 우리사회의 주요한 관심사로 대두되면서 본 학회의 역할이 그 어느 때 보다도 중요해지고 있습니다. 미생물 발효의 천국이라 할 수 있는 한반도에서 유산균에 대한 사회적 기대와 요구에 부응하기 위해서 학회 차원의 국내외 심포지엄 개최는 물론 주기적인 세미나 활동을 통해 산ㆍ학ㆍ민ㆍ관ㆍ연의 유기적인 협력체계를 구축하여 정보를 공유하는 한편 학문적 수월성을 제고하고, 관련 산업의 발전을 도모하는 것이 본 학회의 중요한 역할입니다.
Review Article

Dec 31, 2025

The Gut-Brain Axis in Parkinson’s Disease: Probiotic Interventions and Mechanistic Insights

Muhammad Adeel Hasnain, Hafiza Hira Bashir, Gi-Seong Moon

Curr. Top. Lact. Acid Bact. Probiotics 2025;11(2):41-49.
https://doi.org/10.35732/ctlabp.2025.11.2.41

Parkinson’s disease (PD), a progressive neurodegenerative disease, is characterized by various motor and non-motor symptoms like tremors and rigidity, cognitive impairment, and gastrointestinal problems. Recent research indicates that gut dysbiosis plays a crucial part in the pathophysiology of PD, connecting microbial imbalances to dopaminergic neuronal loss, α-synuclein aggregation, and neuroinflammation via the gut-brain axis. Probiotics have shown promise as therapeutic agents in PD since they can improve both motor and non-motor sympt...
Review Article

Dec 31, 2025

Gut Microbiota-Brain Axis in Feeding Behavior Regulation: From Mechanisms to Nutritional Interventions

Hyunwoo Chai, Sunhye Lee

Curr. Top. Lact. Acid Bact. Probiotics 2025;11(2):50-73.
https://doi.org/10.35732/ctlabp.2025.11.2.50

The global rise in obesity and related metabolic disorders has highlighted the limited long-term effectiveness of traditional strategies based solely on caloric restriction or pharmacological treatment, prompting growing interest in alternative biological targets for intervention. The gut microbiota-brain axis has emerged as a critical bidirectional communication system that profoundly influences feeding behavior, energy homeostasis, and metabolic health. This axis operates through multiple interconnected pathways, including neural signaling vi...
Review Article

Dec 31, 2025

Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) Regulation by Gut Microbiota for Anti-Aging
장내 미생물의 뇌유래신경영양인자(BDNF) 조절을 통한 노화 예방

Eunyeong Hwang, Jae-Yong Park
황은영, 박재용

Curr. Top. Lact. Acid Bact. Probiotics 2025;11(2):74-85.
https://doi.org/10.35732/ctlabp.2025.11.2.74

Gut microbiota plays a critical role in regulating brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), thereby contributing to healthy aging and the improvement of neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disorders. This review explores the interactions among gut microbiota, BDNF, and aging within the Gut-Brain Axis framework. Evidence from animal and clinical studies indicates that probiotic supplementation and restoration of microbial balance enhance BDNF expression, improve cognitive function, and alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, Alzheimer's d...
Review Article

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Relationship between Fermented Foods and Microorganisms
발효 식품과 미생물의 관계

Yong-Jik Lee, Sang-Jae Lee
이용직, 이상재

Curr. Top. Lact. Acid Bact. Probiotics 2025;11(2):86-92.
https://doi.org/10.35732/ctlabp.2025.11.2.86

Microbial fermentation is increasingly recognized not only as a traditional food-preservation method, but also as a core driver of culinary innovation that contributes unique flavors, aromas, and health benefits. Historically, fermentation improved food shelf-life, nutritional value, and sensory quality. however, recent scientific evidence has revealed that fermentative microorganisms can modulate the gut microbiome, interact with the immune system, and contribute to human health. This expanded understanding has positioned fermented foods as a ...

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Review Article The Gut-Brain Axis in Parkinson’s Disease: Probiotic Interventions and Mechanistic Insights Muhammad Adeel Hasnain, Hafiza Hira Bashir, Gi-Seong Moon Curr. Top. Lact. Acid Bact. Probiotics 2025;11(2):41-49. https://doi.org/10.35732/ctlabp.2025.11.2.41 HTML PDF PubReader	Review Article Gut Microbiota-Brain Axis in Feeding Behavior Regulation: From Mechanisms to Nutritional Interventions Hyunwoo Chai, Sunhye Lee Curr. Top. Lact. Acid Bact. Probiotics 2025;11(2):50-73. https://doi.org/10.35732/ctlabp.2025.11.2.50 HTML PDF PubReader
Review Article Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) Regulation by Gut Microbiota for Anti-Aging 장내 미생물의 뇌유래신경영양인자(BDNF) 조절을 통한 노화 예방 Eunyeong Hwang, Jae-Yong Park 황은영, 박재용 Curr. Top. Lact. Acid Bact. Probiotics 2025;11(2):74-85. https://doi.org/10.35732/ctlabp.2025.11.2.74 HTML PDF PubReader	Review Article Relationship between Fermented Foods and Microorganisms 발효 식품과 미생물의 관계 Yong-Jik Lee, Sang-Jae Lee 이용직, 이상재 Curr. Top. Lact. Acid Bact. Probiotics 2025;11(2):86-92. https://doi.org/10.35732/ctlabp.2025.11.2.86 HTML PDF PubReader

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