Here's how scientists are tracking the genetic evolution of COVID-19

The SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19 is constantly mutating. What do this mutations reveal about this virus's evolution? And will this knowledge help us to develop a long-lasting vaccine?

Niema Moshiri, Assistant Teaching Professor of Computer Science & Engineering, University of California San Diego • conversation
April 6, 2020 • ~7 min

Coronavirus: country comparisons are pointless unless we account for these biases in testing

We need to update models on death rates or introduce truly random testing to understand the true impact of the coronavirus.

Scott McLachlan, Postdoctoral Researcher in Computer Science, Queen Mary University of London • conversation
April 2, 2020 • ~8 min

There are many COVID-19 tests in the US – how are they being regulated?

There are now dozens of test for COVID-19 with hundreds more awaiting the FDA's authorization. So which test is best? Does anyone know?

David Pride, Associate Director of Microbiology, University of California San Diego • conversation
April 2, 2020 • ~8 min

Coronavirus: why clapping for carers feels so strangely uplifting

Clapping is the auditory equivalent of a group hug, according to neuroscience.

Catherine Loveday, Neuropsychologist, University of Westminster • conversation
April 1, 2020 • ~6 min

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