Chemists discover sulfur molecule to block SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus

[ad_1] In thiol-mediated uptake, dynamic covalent exchange with thiols at the cell surface precedes entry by different mechanisms. The inhibition of thiol-mediated absorption by elimination of exofacial thiols could thus allow new antivirals. Credit: © UNIGE / MATILE Some viruses can enter cells via a mechanism involving organic sulfur molecules. UNIGE chemists have discovered effective … Read more

Can we make our robots less biased than us?

[ad_1] Adhering to the declaration would ban researchers from working on robots that conduct search and rescue operations, or in the emerging field of “social robotics”. One of Dr. Bethel’s research projects is to develop technology that would use small, human-like robots to interview children who have been abused, sexually assaulted, trafficked or otherwise traumatized. … Read more

Airflow studies reveal strategies to reduce indoor transmission of COVID-19

[ad_1] Simulation of the pedestrian counter-current (red and pink particles) confined in a corridor (blue limit), under conditions of low social distancing. Credit: Kelby Kramer and Gerald J. Wang Scientists studying the aerodynamics of infectious diseases share steps to stop transmission during indoor activities. Wear a mask. Stay six feet away. Avoid large gatherings. As … Read more

SpaceX launches NASA-European satellite to monitor sea level rise

[ad_1] The first of two satellites in a billion-dollar NASA-European project to accurately measure sea level rise, a major consequence of global warming, went into orbit from California on Saturday at the summit of ‘a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. By timing the time it takes for radar beams penetrating clouds to bounce off the ocean … Read more