After years in development, and months of waiting, a UMBC-developed mini satellite launched into space studies climate and air quality, proving persistence pays off.
Remdesivir Explained – What Makes This Drug Work Against Viruses?
The FDA approved Remdesivir as an emergency use treatment for the most acute cases of COVID-19.
With new leadership, bwtech@UMBC builds on legacy of innovation for public good
As the world takes on the challenges of the COVID-19 crisis, bwtech finds itself in the position to innovate in more ways than ever.
How to avoid infection after a COVID-19 death – an Ebola response veteran explains
An infectious diseases doctor shares safety guidelines for dealing with deceased loved ones and the reasons why, from a scientific perspective.
How the rich reacted to the bubonic plague has eerie similarities to today’s pandemic
Stories like The Decameron give us a window into medieval life during the Black Death – and how some of the same fissures opened up between the rich and the poor.
A small trial finds that hydroxychloroquine is not effective for treating coronavirus
Two anti-malarial drugs approved for use by the FDA in treatment of COVID-19 may have dangerous side effects, as well as give people false hope.
Could chloroquine treat coronavirus? 5 questions answered about a promising, problematic and unproven use for an antimalarial drug
Let’s examine the facts about chloroquine or the closely related hydroxychloroquine, both antimalarial drugs, as cures for COVID-19.
Vodka won’t protect you from coronavirus, and 4 other things to know about hand sanitizer
Biologist Jeffrey Gardner explains why alcohol is a key ingredient in hand sanitizer, and why he doesn’t recommend making your own supply at home.
Predicting the coronavirus outbreak: How AI connects the dots to warn about disease threats
AI holds great promise for identifying where and how fast diseases are spreading, writes Vandana Janeja, Professor of Information Systems.
Why do Americans say ‘bay-zle’ and the English say ‘baa-zle’?
A person’s voice is like a fingerprint. Everyone talks differently, and everyone voice is unique. How we use language is a way of showing who we are.