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.
Certain barriers on the skin prevent easy colonization of new strains and specific life stages, such as adolescence, may be crucial for successful probiotic interventions.
Even small differences between strains of gut bacteria—often within the same species—can sway how these microbes interact with the human body and influence disease outcomes.
Genetic factors can influence tumor-associated microbes, offering insights into colorectal cancer progression and potential therapeutic targets.
TCA can help to manage IBD by supporting the gut barrier and influencing microbiota composition.
The findings of a recent study highlight the importance of early-life gut microbes in shaping lung health and add to evidence that microbiota composition can influence asthma risk.
Altered gut bacteria may contribute to fibromyalgia and modifying the gut microbiota could offer a promising approach to reduce symptoms of the condition.
The gut microbiota evolves throughout early life, especially during key transitions phases such as weaning.
A healthy, diverse gut microbiota is important for mounting strong and lasting immune responses to vaccination.
A recent study highlights the potential for dietary interventions in treating C. difficile infection and inflammatory conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease.
Modifying the microbiota could influence multiple sclerosis progression and provide new therapeutic targets.
