Giorgia Guglielmi

Giorgia Guglielmi is a freelance science writer based in Basel, Switzerland. Specializing in life sciences, medicine, and the relationship between science and society, she has published numerous articles in outlets including Nature, Science, and Scientific American. She holds a PhD in biology from the European Molecular Biology Laboratory and a Master’s in Science Writing from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She has received recognition for her work, including the John Kendrew Award in 2020 and an ERC-funded FRONTIERS Media Fellowship in 2025. She has also led lectures and workshops on science communication at institutions such as Harvard University and the University of Zurich.

New insights into how commonly used drugs affect the gut microbiota

The impact of medications on the gut microbiota is greater than previously thought. A new research published in Nature claims.

A probiotic bacterium could help prevent severe blood infections

Bacterial spores of the probiotic Bacillus subtilis can prevent dangerous Enterococcus bacteria from invading the blood and causing systemic infections.

Human gut microbe drives immune activation and colitis in mice

Specific gut bacteria may drive some autoimmune conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and multiple sclerosis. A new study published in Cell Host & Microbe claims.

Study offers insights into the gut microbiota of autistic children

A new study published in the Journal of Proteomics is the first to profile the gut microbiota of autistic children, their relatives, and neurotypical children using a metaproteomic approach.

The microbiota may affect people’s response to an antidiabetic drug

Some gut and mouth bacteria produce enzymes that metabolize acarbose, a common antidiabetic drug, in ways that may reduce its therapeutic efficacy. A new study published in Nature claims.

Newborns’ first gut microbiota may be related to complications of prematurity

The first gut microbiota may be related to complications of prematurity. A new study published in Cell Reports Medicine claims.

Study characterizes the microbiota of Spaniards — and its link to the Mediterranean diet

A team of spanish researchers have published in Scientific Reports the first complete analysis of the gut microbiome of a Mediterranean country.

Biomaterials may boost efficacy of oral cancer therapy by modulating the microbiota

Specific bacteria in combination with a hydrogel containing silver nanoparticles can reduce tumor growth in mice with a cancer of the oral cavity. A new study published in Nature Biomedical…

Dietary preferences may drive gut microbiota differences seen in people with autism

The differences in gut microbiata composition seen in autistic people may be due to the restricted dietary preferences associated with autism. A new study published in Cell claims.

Specific gut microbiota signatures are associated with childhood allergies

Manipulation of the gut microbiome could be a promising approach for novel preventive and therapeutic strategies against allergy. A new italian study published in Nature Communications claims.

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