Hugues Piloquet | Immunology Award | Excellence in Academia Award

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Dr. Hugues Piloquet | Immunology Award | Excellence in Academia Award

Dr. Hugues Piloquet, CHU de Nantes, University of Nantes, France

Dr. Hugues Piloquet is a distinguished pediatric gastroenterologist 🩺 with a career spanning over two decades. Graduating from the University of Nantes in 1989, he pursued specialized training in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition. Dr. Piloquet has served in various prestigious roles, including as an Assistant at Necker Enfants Malades and later as a Practitioner at CHU de Nantes. His research contributions extend to INRA-France, where he was affiliated with the Physiology of Nutritional Adaptations unit. With expertise in pediatric gastrointestinal health, Dr. Piloquet continues to impact both clinical practice and research in his field.

 

Publication profile

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Education

Dr. Hugues Piloquet, born on July 18, 1965, embarked on his medical career with a Doctorate in Medicine from the University of Nantes in 1989. Specializing further, he obtained his DES in Pediatrics from the same institution in 1995, followed by a Master’s in Human Biology in 1993. His passion for pediatric gastroenterology led him to pursue advanced studies, including a DEA in Physiology and Pathophysiology of Human Nutrition from Paris VII. With a commitment to excellence, Dr. Piloquet completed a DIU in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition in 1998.

Professional Experience 👨‍⚕️

Dr. Piloquet’s professional journey includes pivotal roles at esteemed institutions. He served as an Assistant at the Pediatric Gastroenterology Department under Pr. Claude Ricour at Necker Enfants Malades from 1995 to 1996. Progressing in his career, he assumed the role of Assistant-Chef de Clinique at the General Pediatrics Department under Pr. Alain Mouzard at CHU de Nantes in 1998. His dedication led him to become a Practitioner at CHU de Nantes in 1999, where he served as a hospital physician.

Research Focus

Dr. Hélène Piloquet’s research primarily focuses on pediatric nutrition and gastrointestinal health 🍼. She has contributed significantly to understanding the impact of early life gut microbiota on infant health, as evidenced by her work on synbiotic formulas and partially hydrolyzed whey-based follow-on formulas. Additionally, her studies explore the association between food fussiness in young children and family environmental factors. Through her research, Dr. Piloquet aims to optimize nutritional interventions for infants and toddlers, promoting healthy growth and development. Her interdisciplinary approach underscores the importance of nutrition in pediatric healthcare, addressing both clinical and environmental influences on children’s well-being.

Publication Top Notes

Food fussiness is associated with family environmental factors in 1-3-year-old children: A large-scale cross-sectional study

Limosilactobacillus fermentum CECT5716: Clinical Potential of a Probiotic Strain Isolated from Human Milk

Early life gut microbiota profiles linked to synbiotic formula effects: a randomized clinical trial in European infants

A new partially hydrolyzed whey-based follow-on formula with age-adapted protein content supports healthy growth during the first year of life

Loss of FOCAD, operating via the SKI messenger RNA surveillance pathway, causes a pediatric syndrome with liver cirrhosis

Human Milk Oligosaccharides: Their Effects on the Host and Their Potential as Therapeutic Agents

Frequency of Abnormal Glucose Tolerance Test Suggestive of Dumping Syndrome Following Oesophageal Atresia Repair

A 1-year survey of catheter-related infections in a pediatric university hospital: A prospective study