The link between the gut microbiota and obesity was first reported in 2006, with intense research efforts over the years supports a potential microbial component to obesity, and therefore an opportunity to manage weight through microbiome modulation – most notably probiotics. This editorial webinar will bring together experts from this fascinating field, including the researchers at the cutting edge of the issue. Our panel will discuss the current state of the knowledge and where the gaps are, which strains are showing the most potential, how we can leverage emerging technologies to speed up R&D, and explore what’s next for the space.