Researchers report alterations in specific genes are associated with time in social isolation. Read More
The source of coronavirus public health messaging plays a role in how effective it is. When the president's name was associated with the message, the effectiveness of the message decreased, not just compared to other sources, but even when there was no source at all. Read More
Aerosolized coronavirus microdroplets remain in the air and pose a risk of exposure beyond the recommended 6-foot area for social distancing. Read More
Social preference in isolated zebrafish is caused by stress and anxiety, not observed anti-social patterns. Read More
New coronavirus model finds case spread is concave, meaning the impact of one more infected person diminishes as more people become infected. Read More
Study explores the wide-ranging, negative effects of social isolation on both psychological and physiological well-being. Read More
A new study reveals the recommended 6 foot of distance to help prevent the transmission of COVID-19 may not be enough. Researchers report that even with a slight breeze of 4 KPH, saliva and cough droplets travel 18 feet per 5 seconds. Read More
Researchers explore how and why music is helping to keep us all connected during the coronavirus lockdown. Read More
Despite the push for the country to reopen, researchers warn social distancing measures should remain in effect until the summer to avoid a potential deadly resurgence of coronavirus. A new model shows that as more emphasis is placed on relaxing social distancing, a resurgence of COVID-19 infections becomes more likely and will be more difficult to control later in the year. Read More
Social distancing, while essential for public health during the coronavirus pandemic, thwarts the human impulse to draw together in times of danger. Read More
Increasing COVID-19 testing to include those who are asymptomatic is key to combatting the spread of coronavirus. Read More
As many as two in five Americans report concerns about experiencing increased anxiety in the wake of coronavirus. 68% of people feel like everything is out of their control. 38% of Americans report feeling optimistic about the country's recovery, believing we will come out of the pandemic stronger than before. Read More
