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Wikipedia’s Jimmy Wales On Fake News During The Pandemic (VIDEO)
How can we battle the ‘infodemic’ of misinformation that has spread almost as quickly as the coronavirus itself? Hear from Jimmy Wales, the co-founder of Wikipedia on this webinar.
WEF 2020 Young Scientists Include Eight From Asia
From neuroscience to satellite research, eight scientists based in Asia were honored as part of the World Economic Forum’s Class of 2020 Young Scientists.
Smart Contact Lenses Help Manage Diabetes
Researchers in South Korea have developed smart contact lenses that can diagnose and treat diabetes.
Two Coronavirus Lineages But Similar Clinical Outcomes, Study Shows
A study has identified two lineages of SARS-CoV-2 stemming from one common ancestor in Wuhan city, both exhibiting similar virulence and clinical outcomes.
Dr. Gia Sison On Mental Health During COVID-19 (VIDEO)
How can we cope with COVID-19? In our next Wildtype Expert Opinion webinar, Filipino physician Dr. Gia Sison will tackle COVID-19’s impact on mental health.
How Remdesivir Blocks SARS-CoV-2 Replication
Chinese scientists have uncovered the structural basis for SARS-CoV-2 inhibition by Remdesivir.
Breastfeeding Can Reduce The Risk Of Diabetes
A study from South Korea shows that breastfeeding helps reduce the risk of maternal postpartum diabetes, even years after stopping lactation.
Hydroxychloroquine Ineffective Against COVID-19
Two studies have shown that hydroxychloroquine does not improve outcomes for patients infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Turning Plastic Bottles Into Antibiotic Sponges
Researchers in South Korea have used waste PET bottles to create an adsorbent material for the removal of antibiotics from water.