Giorgia Guglielmi
Scientific research
By combining HiFi with advanced algorithms, the researchers identified the genomes of 428 microbial species with more than 90% completeness.
Pediatrics, Pneumology
Early viral encounters are associated with disadvantageous immune and microbiota profiles, as well as recurrent respiratory infections. A new study published in Nature Microbiology claims.
Gastroenterology, Nutrition
Periodic variations in diet can be important to avoid the fixation of specific mutations and maintain a high genetic diversity in the microbiota.
Gastroenterology, Nutrition
Seasonal changes in the gut microbiota can influence growth in wild pandas and may explain how these animals compensate for the lack of nutrients in leaf-eating season. A new study…
Dermatology
In order to manipulate the human microbiotas to help treat disease, scientists have to gather information about the identities of microbes and their location and arrangement in different body sites.
Dermatology
The SMGC allows researchers to classify about 85% of genetic sequences from the skin microbiota. The new study published in Nature Microbiology could offer valuable insights into skin microbiota diversity.
Cardiology, Gastroenterology
A diet rich in red meat tend seems to increase risk of developing cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack and stroke. A new study published in Nature Microbiology claims.
Immunology, Oncology
A high-fiber diet may improve melanoma patients’ response to immunotherapy. A new study published in Science claims.
Dermatology
Antibiotics can alter the skin microbiota and lead to the emergence of antibiotic resistance. A new study published in Science Translational Medicine.
Gastroenterology, Oncology
Lactobacillus reuteri can protect against colorectal cancer through reuterin, one of its metabolites. A new study published in Cencer Cell claims