About
Federico Germani, a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Biomedical Ethics and History of Medicine (IBME) within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Zurich, holds a PhD in Molecular Life Sciences and additional qualifications in International Relations. He founded Culturico, a non-profit cultural platform combating misinformation, and serves as a rapporteur for the World Health Organization (WHO) on infodemic ethics. His work bridges biomedical research, digital society, and public health ethics.
- Bachelor's in Biology, University of Milan (2013)
- Master's in Cellular and Molecular Biology, University of Milan (2015)
- PhD in Molecular Life Sciences, University of Zurich (2019)
- Graduate Diploma in International Relations, University of London (2018)
Federico's research focuses on digital misinformation, pandemic preparedness, and ethical frameworks for AI in health communication. His expertise spans infodemic management, information literacy, and the intersection of technology and ethics. His recent work explores AI-driven disinformation mechanisms, systematic evaluation biases in language models, and critical thinking interventions.
His 15 most recent publications (2025-2024) address AI ethics, pandemic communication, and misinformation analysis. Articles include topics such as algorithmic accountability, emotional bias in AI, and preference epidemiology for patient-centered healthcare.
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