School shutdowns might have a relatively small effect on preventing the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, a new meta-analysis suggests, though the preliminary data point to the need for more studies.

Several studies have indicated that SARS-CoV-2 might be spread through air, but not all experts are convinced.

Researchers report that dogs, pigs, chickens, and ducks did not easily become infected.

The government is assisting Johnson & Johnson and Moderna with expediting clinical testing while at the same time prepping for large-scale manufacturing.

The South African scientist fought for women’s access to healthcare in disadvantaged communities.

The technology, tested out on patients with epilepsy who already had electrodes implanted in their brains, is currently limited to 30–50 sentences.

The machine can be run in doctor’s offices and other point-of-care settings to give rapid results.

Nine former students and faculty members who sued the institution in 2017 over its handling of sexual harassment claims will contribute a portion of the settlement to those whose careers suffered as a result.

Federal agencies, academic institutions, and industrial partners are joining forces to combat COVID-19 using artificial intelligence.