Tariq Iqbal
Professor, Clinical Microbiome University of Birmingham
Professor Tariq Iqbal is a leading clinician-scientist specializing in microbiome research and gastroenterology at the University of Birmingham. He serves as Director of the Microbiome Treatment Centre and NIHR National Specialty Lead for Gastroenterology. Tariq led the UK’s first fecal microbiota transplantation trial for ulcerative colitis and continues to pioneer clinical studies exploring microbiome-based interventions for inflammatory bowel disease. His work bridges clinical practice and translational research, aiming to improve patient outcomes through innovative microbiome therapies.
Seminars
Thursday 29th January 2026
Re-evaluating FMT as a Bridge Between Academic Insight & Therapeutic Innovation in IBD
9:30 am
- Introducing trials exploring FMT in ulcerative colitis and PSC to investigate disease modification and mechanistic insight
- Address disconnects between academic research and industry sentiment around FMT and LBPs, and propose frameworks to realign innovation
- Position FMT as both a therapeutic and diagnostic tool to inform future live biotherapeutic development
