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·April 13, 2020·6 min read

Mathematical modeling draws more accurate picture of coronavirus cases

A new mathematical model reveals a more realistic picture of the number of likely COVID-19 cases, both in the US and worldwide, compared to reported data.

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·April 11, 2020·1 min read

AI app can detect coronavirus from sound of cough

Researchers have developed a new app that uses artificial intelligence technology to determine whether a person has COVID-19 based on the sound of their cough. The app has a 70% accuracy rate.

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·April 11, 2020·5 min read

Ion channel VRAC enhances immune response against viruses

Findings suggest cell-to-cell transmission of cGAMP via LRRC8/VRAC ion channels is central to effective antiviral immunity.

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·April 11, 2020·3 min read

COVID-19: Six drug candidates identified

Six potential drug candidates have been identified as candidates to treat COVID-19 infections. The drugs, which have previously been subjected to clinical trials for treating a range of conditions, from arthritis to cancer, target Mpro, the main SARS-CoV-2 enzyme.

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·April 10, 2020·4 min read

Mapping SARS-CoV-2 active proteins and how COVID-19 spreads throughout the body

Researchers have mapped the interaction between SARS-CoV-2 proteins and human cells, showing which proteins are being activated and deactivated by coronavirus. The findings reveal how the virus can spread through the human body.

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·April 10, 2020·4 min read

COVID-19: Aerosolized particles carrying virus stay in the air longer than previously thought

New model reveals the aerosolized particles carrying the coronavirus can remain in the air longer than was previously suggested. Researchers modeled a scenario where an infected person coughs in a supermarket aisle and takes into consideration in-store ventilation systems. The model revealed the aerosol-cloud containing COVID-19 spreads outside the immediate vicinity of the coughing person and dilutes in the process, but the dilution occurs over several minutes.

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·April 10, 2020·2 min read

Clinical trial for the use of nitric oxide to treat severe COVID-19

A new clinical trial is enrolling patients with severe COVID-19 symptoms to assess the effect of nitric oxide in treating the virus. Previous research found nitric oxide has antiviral properties against coronaviruses. The effect was tested and demonstrated during the SARS outbreak in the early 2000s.

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·April 9, 2020·4 min read

COVID-19: SARS-CoV-2 mapped out

Newly discovered modifications of the coronavirus RNA offers clues for combatting COVID-19. The findings also shed light on the lifecycle of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

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·April 9, 2020·5 min read

Modeling study estimates impact of relaxing control measures on possible second wave of COVID-19

Mathematical model uses real-time monitoring data of COVID-19 transmissibility and severity to fine-tune control strategies, offering a better chance of minimizing a second wave of infection in mainland China.

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·April 9, 2020·3 min read

Researchers working on decoy molecule to fool COVID-19

Researchers are working to create a decoy molecule that can trick coronavirus by attracting it before it can attach to lung cells, thus lowering the infection risk of COVID-19. The team aims to deliver the decoy product in an inhaler form to limit the risk of exposure to coronavirus.

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·April 9, 2020·5 min read

COVID-19: genetic network analysis provides ‘snapshot’ of pandemic origins

Using a phylogenetic network technique, researchers have mapped the evolutionary paths and genetic mutations of COVID-19 from its initial spread in China, to infections in the rest of the world. The method could be used to identify undocumented infection sources.

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·April 9, 2020·2 min read

World-first trial to test benefit of intravenous zinc in COVID-19 fight

University of Melbourne researchers are conducting trials to see if intravenous administration of zinc chloride will help combat some of the effects of COVID-19. Previous studies have shown zinc is effective at slowing the rate of other respiratory infections, such as SARS.