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CORONAVIRUS

Weizmann’s Contributions

This special coronavirus section shares Weizmann Institute of Science research, expert opinion, education resources, and news.

Coronavirus
Enzymes in Bacteria Could Help Fight Coronavirus – Weizmann Institute
The Jerusalem Post
The Jerusalem Post reports on the Institute’s recent discovery of a large variety of antiviral substances that have the potential to help fighting viral diseases.

September 17, 2020
Coronavirus
Bacteria Could Provide Us With the Next Antivirals
REHOVOT, ISRAEL—September 16, 2020—By tracking the evolution of what may be our oldest means of fighting off viral infection, a group at the Weizmann Institute of Science has uncovered a gold mine of antiviral substances that may lead to the development of highly effective antiviral drugs.

September 16, 2020
Coronavirus
New Coronavirus Proteins Found by Israeli Lab, Potentially Helping Drug Efforts
The Times of Israel
The Times of Israel covers Dr. Noam Stern-Ginossar’s recent discovery of proteins produced by people who have had COVID, and which could pave the way to new drugs.

September 15, 2020
Coronavirus
Profiling the COVID-19 Coronavirus
REHOVOT, ISRAEL—September 9, 2020—“Contact tracing” inside infected cells is providing new clues into the workings of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. A research team at the Weizmann Institute of Science and the Israel Institute for Biological Research...

September 09, 2020
Coronavirus
Prof. Yonina Eldar Uses AI Tools to Diagnose COVID-19
In this video, Prof. Yonina Eldar (Department of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics; Head, Biomedical Engineering & Signal Processing Center) discusses her development of novel methods for diagnosing COVID.

August 24, 2020
Coronavirus
Weizmann Institute to Offer Program to Mitigate Damage Caused by COVID-19
The Jerusalem Post
The Weizmann Institute of Science will offer an emergency program meant to help those doing their postdoctorates who have been hurt by the coronavirus plague, the institute announced on Thursday...

August 22, 2020
Coronavirus
Science for the Benefit of Humanity: The Embassy of Israel Hosts Prof. Alon Chen
Hosted by the Embassy of Israel to the United States, this engaging virtual dialogue features Weizmann Institute President Prof. Alon Chen in conversation with Tammy Ben Haim, Minister of Public Diplomacy. Prof. Chen and Minister Ben Haim discuss a wide array of topics, including the Weizmann Institute's rapid response to the coronavirus. Prof. Chen explains how Weizmann's collaborative, multidisciplinary approach and focus on fundamental, curiosity-driven research enabled its scientists to quickly mobilize to fight COVID-19.

August 13, 2020
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: The Quest for Solutions – Prof. Eran Segal – Where Will COVID-19 Strike Next?
Prof. Eran Segal provides an update on his symptom-tracking questionnaire and how it can help predict the second wave of COVID-19. As he explains, testing is insufficient...

June 10, 2020
Coronavirus
Why COVID-19 Kills – Or Doesn’t
Weizmann Institute
Most people who are infected by COVID-19 develop mild symptoms or none at all. In severe cases, however, the virus triggers an uncontrolled reaction of the immune system that damages most vital organs, and can lead to death.

June 03, 2020
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