International scientists collaborate to develop an online molecular structure of COVID-19 proteins to compliment experiment efforts and help vaccine and antibiotic drug developers. The next step is studying translocation and its relevance to antibiotic drugs.
Coronavirus has had genetic mutations which have made it less aggressive, according to an Italian doctor. However, scientists disagree with his optimistic claims.
Mark Kortepeter, a former top figure in the United States’ biodefense programs, argues that the coronavirus most likely started from natural causes rather than escaped from a lab in Wuhan. Click the link above to learn about his arguments.
Antibodies found in patients who contracted an earlier strain of coronavirus failed to stop mutant form identified in genetic data samples from the new outbreak in the Xinfadi food market in Beijing.
Arizona sees a surge in cases of the Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children. Doctors are speculating that it has something to do so with the coronavirus. Health professionals say parents and caregivers must know the warning signs. To learn more, click the link above.
BIOMILQ is the first-ever company to produce artificial breastmilk from human mammary epithelial cells. Not only does it prove to be a healthier alternative than formula, but it also claims to be environment-friendly.
Astronomers create the first X-Ray map of the Milky Way with more than one million cosmic objects. The team is already working on future surveys in the next few years.
Researchers from the Luxembourg Institute of Health have come up with a new novel molecule that could facilitate effective pain relief and treatment for depression. From their findings, they are optimistic that a new form of drug or therapy could be offered to patients suffering from severe pain, depression, and even cancer.
Matson, a medical student, was recently involved in two studies: environmental conditions affecting virus stability and decontamination of reused N95 masks due to a global shortage.
According to the study of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), drones can reduce costs in using nuclear techniques in suppressing the disease-carrying mosquitoes.
Some studies have found that coronavirus can be detected in tears. This has caused many to wonder if wearing contact lenses during the pandemic is still safe. Experts say they can be as long as these contact lens hygiene tips are followed. Click the link above to learn about the tips.
A team of researchers has developed a urine test to quickly and accurately determine if a pregnant woman is at risk for threatened abortion. This new non-invasive approach to learning the risk for miscarriage gives hope to many health care providers and pregnant women alike.