In the field of food nutrition and health, there has been a dual explosion of both technology and demand in recent years. In research, precision nutrition has made breakthrough progress, with personalized dietary programs based on multi-omics analyses (genomics, metabolomics, microbiome, etc.) gradually entering clinical application. As key producers of bioactive compounds, probiotics remain a central focus in food nutrition science. These functional gut microbes play crucial roles in host metabolism, immunity, and neural regulation by modulating microbial homeostasis. Fermentation technology, serving as a scientific extension of traditional methods, has further integrated food science with nutritional medicine. Today, probiotic formulations are evolving toward precision nutrition, enhancing food functionality through high-efficacy strain selection and metabolic dynamics analysis, thereby supporting microecological balance.

This project brings together leading experts in food microbiology and nutrition to focus on probiotics. Through three key modules—molecular identification, functional evaluation, and process development, students will understand probiotic production and engage in systematic validation and food application practices.



Teaching Faculty

Experts in the field of food microbiology and nutrition are specially invited.



Cutting-edge Topics

Systematically learn the basic knowledge of functional food, the taxonomic characteristics, and the applied research of probiotics.



Real Lab Practice

Conduct experiments such as molecular identification, functional evaluation, and process development.



Outcome Application

Research outcomes for exploring the applications of functional foods and promoting technological innovation in food nutrition and health science.

Main Experiments

Isolation and Culture of Probiotics

PCR Identification

Probiotic Functional Evaluation

Probiotic Powder Preparation

Isolation and Culture of Probiotics

PCR Identification

Probiotic Functional Evaluation

Probiotic Powder Preparation

日程表

*日程供参考，可能会根据具体情况调整顺序或微调内容

Certificates

ASDAN SCIENCE 证书

UCAS 官方推荐的 ASDAN SCIENCE SHORT COURSES CREDIT

XLAB中国官方结业证书

*证书sample仅为参考，具体证书内容可能会根据当期课程内容微调，以实际发放为准

科研院所证书示例

*证书sample仅为参考，具体证书内容可能会根据当期课程内容微调，以实际发放为准

ASDAN Research证书

（可选，需完成后续学术产出）

项目感言

精彩瞬间

Why Us

History

XLAB has a 20+ year history. It was initiated by Professor Neher of the University of Göttingen in Germany and strongly supported by the German government and the University of Göttingen. XLAB, centered around high-end scientific experiments, is widely favored by over 10,000 students yearly. XLAB has established practice centers worldwide, aiming to expand this unique concept and teaching method to reach more students.

XLAB aims to enable more people to learn and experience the joy of science, encouraging them to explore the mysteries of science and consider how to use science to solve human problems. Therefore, XALB's subjects are generally more complex in physics, biology, or medicine. Instead, they focus more on interdisciplinary, cutting-edge topics such as genetic engineering, medical research, nanobiology, medical chemistry, high-energy physics, and more.

Subject

Experiment

Experiments are the core of the XLAB. Each participant can enter advanced laboratories to conduct safe experiments, analyze data, and write experiment reports. Over six hours of scientific research daily enhances students' scientific knowledge and logical thinking and cultivates concentration and endurance. Students will be able to experience the work content and status firsthand and consider whether to choose a research direction in future education.

The courses in XLAB are unique. They consist of four key modules: Subject Introduction and Program Thinking, Scientific Research Teaching, Laboratory Operations, Experimental Data Analysis, and Research Report Writing. All courses are taught in small groups of 10 to 25 students.

Course

Faculty

Experts are invited to design experiments and teach students since the topics and content of XLAB exceed the curriculum of high schools and are specialized in specific research areas. Relevant scientific research institutions support XLAB China and provide an in-depth academic experience for Chinese students based on its unique teaching methods and experimental requirements.

Two authoritative certificates are available: the XLAB Program Certificate of Participation, which details the experimental content and is signed by instructors. Students will complete an academic report containing experimental results and data analysis to apply for the ASDAN "Science Award" Certificate for 30 credit hours of study officially accredited by UCAS.

Certificate

Research

XALB provides invaluable research scenarios for students who plan or are currently engaged in natural science research-oriented learning, such as EPQ or scientific papers, to implement their research plans and participate in hands-on scientific research. Experimental reports can be considered as part of their research achievements.