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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.

Health

These Three Biomarkers May Predict COVID-19 Death Risk: Study

A machine learning model developed by Wuhan scientists predicted the death of COVID-19 patients ten days in advance of their outcomes with more than 90 percent accuracy.

In the Lab

CRISPR Helps Find Alzheimer’s-Linked Protein

Researchers have used a CRISPR-based genetic screen to identify a new gene that could regulate the development of Alzheimer’s disease.

In the Lab

Predicting The March Of COVID-19 From Mobile Phone Data

Using anonymized mobile phone data from nearly 11.5 million people, researchers could predict the spread of COVID-19 infections from Wuhan, China, up to two weeks in advance.

Wuhan Travel Ban Prevented 700,000 COVID-19 Cases: Report

Tough control measures taken by China in the first 50 days of the epidemic may have prevented more than 700,000 infections, a study finds.

Technology

A Fishy Solution To Sustainable Wearable Tech

Films derived from fish scales could represent a promising alternative for more sustainable flexible electronics, including wearables and folding displays.

In the Lab

Why Do Scorpions Glow Under UV Light?

Scientists in Japan have found that scorpions make a fluorescent compound to protect themselves from parasites.

Features

The GDP Fudge: China Edition

By linking GDP growth to promotions, the Chinese government has inadvertently created incentives for provincial officials to report inaccurate financial data, a study says.

Features

Advancing Antibody Research

Powerful antibody engineering technologies and a culture of collaboration set Chugai Pharmabody Research apart, says CEO Dr. Tomoyuki Igawa.

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