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NASA’s isolation experts: Lockdown lessons from space
Scientists at the US agency offer advice about remote working, social isolation and quarantine. Scott Bolton knows a thing or two about distance. He is the…
Good News on Immunity and Vaccines. And More Science Journal Findings
Vaccines show promise in clinical trials, rolling lockdown cycles, and more in my weekly roundup of COVID-19 science for The Tyee.
Pandemic Sex Misses the Mark for Women. And More Science Info Straight from Journals
Women are having more, but lower quality, sex, dogs and cats can be infected, and more in my weekly roundup of pandemic science for The Tyee.
Our Pandemic Response Has Changed the Air. And More New Science Journal Info
Air quality has changed, but not always for the better, organ donations have fallen, and AI can diagnose COVID-19 without a test, in my weekly roundup…
Men Worry Less about the Virus. And More Science Info Straight from Journals
Men are less concerned about COVID-19 despite higher risk, a link to vitamin D, and no baby boom in Italy in my latest coronavirus science roundup…
COVID-19 Is Not All Good for Wildlife
Empty beaches are both a boon and a curse for endangered sea turtles. Deer in Japanese subways, goats taking over a Welsh village. Since most people…