Green light for tests for T-Cell Skin Patches, anti Covid patches
A new generation vaccine based on T lymphocytes and distributed in patches has obtained the ok to start with clinical studies at the beginning of the new year
Molnupiravir, Merck's anti-Covid breakthrough, works by 'confusing' the virus
It is called Molnupiravir and for days we have been talking about nothing but this antiviral that can help us give a perhaps decisive blow to Covid. But how does it work?
“Ultra potent” antibody isolated against COVID-19 and its variants
New sequencing technology accelerates the development of rapid and effective treatments for COVID-19 and its variants. An "ultra potent" antibody isolated.
Delta variant also in China: a huge quarantine hub in Guangzhou
The Delta variant also increases cases in China, and triggers fears of a fourth wave. We run for cover, in the drastic style that characterizes the nation.
In Abu Dhabi, face scanners test Covid-19 in public, instantly
A facial scanner system has been positioned in strategic points in Abu Dhabi: it detects Covid in a few seconds and works very well on large numbers.
After vaccines, it is time for the US to invest in Covid-19 treatment
An antiviral pill that is taken after having found the positivity: the cure at Covid is all here. And it could be ready by the end of the year.
Covid, the nasal spray is closer to the "antibody": it now stops over 20 variants
The debut for a nasal spray against Covid is getting closer and closer. The latest late stage preparation contains an antibody that blocks many variants of the virus.
Moderna to investors: "new waves of Covid-19 will arrive"
In a video call with investors, Moderna warns of new waves coming for Covid-19
Good news: mild cases of Covid-19 give long-lasting antibodies, possibly for life
New research provides high hopes for those mildly ill with Covid-19. The antibodies produced by the body are long-lasting, possibly perpetual.
New viruses, to prevent them the air must be controlled as is done with food and water
A change of perspective like the one that led us to build the sewers and control the quality of food: against the new viruses and the next pandemics we need to dominate the air indoors.
The "new life" post Covid. I'll take stock
From the "return to normal" we ended up directly in the "new life". We go on, we update the plans: this is my "sentiment" for the next few months.
Covid, a team identifies genes that can fight the infection
Fighting the infection that causes Covid-19 is not just a matter of vaccines. Research has identified genes responsible for the infection, and works to derive therapeutic options
The Venice Biennale will open without an audience
After the doubts about the Salone del Mobile in Milan, the Venice Biennale also comes to terms with Covid, amidst defections and hopes of reopening.
CoroNaspresso, Covid tests at home are studied in coffee capsules
The determination and ingenuity of a Dutch team lead to the creation of a Covid test in the format of coffee capsules. It could upset the system.
There is growing concern about the use of antimicrobials in building materials
The pandemic has pushed up the demand for antimicrobials and chemicals in building materials too. A pool of companies and organizations warns people.
Here are the factors that can predict the next pandemic
The time to predict and prevent the next pandemic is now: a team from the University of Sydney has compiled a list of the key factors that identify it.
A plant-based Covid vaccine is on the launch pad
Medicago and GSK have announced the start of phase 3 trials for their plant-based Covid vaccine.
MIT, tests continue to kill Covid with ultrasound
MIT's ultrasound tests in the range used for human diagnostics are yielding good results on COVID-19. It opens the way for new research.
2-4 million direct and indirect deaths from Covid not counted in Africa
Only 8 countries in Africa officially and unambiguously register their victims: this leads to having to consider very much the deaths from Covid. And it raises a serious alarm.
Urban Sun, an "urban sun" to clean open spaces from Covid
A "mini sun" that radiates open spaces with a frequency that kills Covid but is harmless to humans: this is the Urban Sun project.
It is the hunt for the universal vaccine against all coronaviruses
The fight against Covid-19 continues. We got a vaccine ready in a flash, but we're not out of it yet. CalTech's universal vaccine on the horizon. Here is where we are.
