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Rigorous microbiome research. Meaningful human health insights.
Seeding Labs is a research organization advancing microbiome science through trusted partnerships with academic, clinical, and industry teams. We help translate complex microbiome data into evidence that can inform healthier futures.
Join us in advancing microbiome health.
Flourish
A randomized study following C-Section infants to learn how microbiome guided care affects gut health.
Clinical Trials ID NCT07333482
Childhood Allergies
Your participation contributes to science on the potential link between the infant (and mom) gut microbiome and the development of allergies. Read the published results of this study here.
Maternal Nutrition
Your participation contributes to research on the importance of maternal nutrition for infant health.
Adult HMOs
Your participation could help us explore how human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) affect gut health.
Our Leadership
Kim Sukhum, PhD
Drives microbiome research with expertise in microbial genetics, antibiotic resistance, and clinical studies spanning more than 10 research projects.
Claudia Nakama, MPH
Advances microbiome research from study design to publication, turning scientific findings into evidence-based healthcare resources.
Hannah Sturgeon, PhD
Neuroscientist specializing in the gut-brain connection and early-life microbiome development, translating research into practical health insights.
Tim Straub, MS
Computational biologist specializing in microbiome data analysis, supporting clinical research and breakthrough microbiome therapies.
Kristina Winner
Supports the coordination of clinical studies, ensuring research activities are organized, compliant, and executed efficiently.
Medical Advisors
Dr. Elisa Song, MD
Pediatric Functional Medicine Expert. Founder, Healthy Kids Happy Kids.
Dr. Emeran Mayer, MD
Executive director, G. Oppenheimer Center for Neurobiology of Stress and Resilience, UCLA; Author of The Mind-Gut Connection
Dr. Qian Yuan, MD, PhD, FAAP
Demarest Lloyd Jr Endowed Chair in Food Allergies; Senior Pediatrician, Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Co-Director of Food Allergy Center, Massachusetts General Hospital; Associate Professor in Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School
Ruben Mars, PhD
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Center for Individualized Medicine Microbiome Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Noel Mueller, PhD
Associate Professor of Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins University
Meghan Azad, PhD
Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Child Health at the University of Manitoba; Co-Director, Manitoba Interdisciplinary Lactation Center (MILC); Deputy Director, CHILD Cohort Study
Joel Warsh, MD
Board-Certified Pediatrician, Creator of Raising Amazing Podcast
Nicole Calloway Rankins, MD, MPH
Medical Advisor; Practicing OB/GYN Hospitalist Physician, Creator and Host of The All About Pregnancy & Birth Podcast
Dr. Kim Green, MD
Associate Clinical Professor, UCSF; Pediatrician and former Chief Innovation Officer, Kaiser Permanente
Frequently asked questions
Who is Seeding Labs?
Seeding Labs is a clinical research organization focused on advancing microbiome science through rigorous, participant-centered human studies. We work with academic researchers, clinician scientists, and research partners to better understand how the microbiome may influence health across different life stages.
Our team brings together expertise in clinical research operations, microbiome science, bioinformatics, data analysis, and participant support. We design and run studies with a focus on scientific integrity, ethical research practices, and a respectful experience for the individuals and families who choose to participate. Our mission is to help translate complex microbiome data into meaningful evidence that can support better research, better health insights, and healthier futures.
Do you have a stake or ownership in the products you test?
No. Seeding Labs does not own or sell the products being evaluated in our studies unless clearly disclosed. Our role is to design and conduct research, collect and analyze study data, and protect the integrity of the study process.
How often do you enroll for studies?
Enrollment depends on the study. Some studies are open for a limited recruitment window, while others may enroll on a rolling basis. The best way to see what is currently available is to visit our “Currently Enrolling Studies” page.
I still have questions. What's the best way to reach someone?
Please email us at hello@seedinglabs.co and a member of our study team will get back to you.
Reactions and side effects
Participants in the intervention arm will receive action plans that are personalized to their microbiome results. These actions can include lifestyle, dietary, and supplemental suggestions. All suggestions are publicly available, and all recommended actions taken during this study are voluntary and at the discretion of parents and their child’s healthcare providers. It is possible that infants will experience side effects to these actions. Most common side effects to probiotics include abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, gassiness, or bloating. To decrease risk of side effects, all probiotic, supplemental, or dietary actions should be discussed with the child’s healthcare provider. All probiotics and supplements should be taken as advised by the manufacturer.
Help shape the future of microbiome science.
If you are interested, please complete the survey. If you qualify for the study, a clinical coordinator will meet with you virtually to enroll you in the study and sign consent forms.
I’m interested