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.
Scientific research
The bacteria in our gut could influence the efficacy of exercise in preventing diabetes, a new study published in Cell Metabolism shows.
Allergology, Pediatrics
The composition of the airway microbiota in early life could predispose to the development of asthma later in childhood, according to a new study.
Neuroscience
A study reviewed the evidences that link the microbiota with social behaviors, analyzing how the microbiota-gut-brain axis influences sociability.
Dermatology, Nutrition
Consuming pomegranate can alter the skin microbiota and confer resistance to UVB-induced damage, a study published in Scientific Reports claims.
Neuroscience
A study published in Nature suggests that the gut microbiota could help understand conditions such as chronic anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Scientific research
To survive in the human gut, bacteria have evolved genes that help them to fight rival microbes, a new study published in Nature shows.
Scientific research
Researchers at Stanford University reviewed the evidence that links industrial lifestyle to changes in the microbiota and propose approaches to preserve health.
Immunology, Pediatrics
Early-life exposure to defined microbial communities triggers the development of specific immune cells and influences the abundance of these cells in the skin.
Neuroscience
Our gut microbiota might affect how well and for how long we sleep, according to a new study. The findings may lead to new ways to improve sleep.
Infectiology, Nutrition
A low-fiber, high-fat diet promotes Salmonella gut colonization by increasing the level of bile salts, according to a recent study.