COVID-19
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The virus can spread from an infected person’s mouth or nose in small liquid particles when they cough, sneeze, speak or breathe. Symptoms of COVID‑19 are variable but often include fever, cough, headache, fatigue, breathing difficulties, loss of smell, and loss of taste.
Lumipulse: Novel antigen test for quantifying SARS-CoV-2 in saliva
It is simple, rapid, and more conducive for mass-screening.
Scientists identified genes associated with COVID-19 risk
Scientists identified specific genes' markers that share their effects on gene expression and protein levels with COVID-19 susceptibility.
Mixing Covid-19 vaccine increases reactogenicity
Adverse reactions were short-lived, with no other safety concerns.
A comprehensive map of the SARS-CoV-2 genome
Scientists have determined the virus’ protein-coding gene set and analyzed new mutations’ likelihood of helping the virus adapt.
MonoLoco: a 3D detector to measure social distancing to prevent infection
3D detectors measure social distancing to help fight Covid-19.
New COVID-19 test can analyze more than 1,000 samples at once
COVID-19 test detects antibodies in hundreds of tiny blood samples.
High risk to pregnant women from COVID-19, study
COVID-19 is associated with a higher risk of severe maternal and newborn complications than previously recognized.
Remarkable reduction in COVID-19 infections observed after a single dose of Vaccines
The reduction in overall COVID-19 infections, symptomatic infections, and infections without reported symptoms was 65%, 72%, and 57%, respectively.
Study documented the interaction between the coronavirus and a cell
Covid-19: analysis of protein interactions as a route to new drugs.
COVID-19 triggers a biochemical pathway in the lungs
New insights into the immune response to SARS-CoV-2 infections could bring better treatments for COVID-19 cases.
New VaNGuard test detect SARS-CoV-2 even when it mutates
The test can be deployed in settings where quickly confirming COVID-19 status of individuals is paramount.
Ultrasound can potentially damage coronaviruses, study
Simulations show ultrasound waves at medical imaging frequencies can cause the virus’ shell and spikes to collapse and rupture.