Pascale MOSONI is a microbiologist in MEDIS (Microbiology, Digestive Environment & Health)  laboratory at INRAE. Her research activities are currently focusing on the metabolism/degradation of dietary fibers and polyphenols by the human gut microbiota in order to better understand the effects of these plant dietary components on health through the action of the microbiota. The approaches used involve the isolation of anaerobic microorganisms involved in these metabolic pathways and characterize their function (genes, enzymes, metabolites) and role in health.  Her aim is to discover new generation pre- pro- syn-biotics, or effective bioactive molecules (postbiotics) to be used in preventive nutritional strategies.