Michela Luciano, PhD,  Science Writer—

Michela Luciano is a Science Writer at BioNews. Originally from the picturesque mountain town of L’Aquila, Italy, Michela holds a PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Salzburg, where her research focused on the role of inflammation in acute myeloid leukemia. With a deep passion for scientific communication, Michela transitioned into her first role as a scientific writer in 2022. Outside of work, she enjoys street photography, mountain hikes, running, and spending as much time outdoors as possible.

Articles by Michela Luciano, PhD

St. Jude pediatric neurologist included on Time100 health list

Richard Finkel, MD, a pediatric neurologist at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, was included on a list of 100 individuals having a positive influence on global health in 2025, in recognition of his work treating childhood neuromuscular disorders such as spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). Finkel…