How long does SARS-CoV-2 last on surfaces? What we know
Jun 12, 2020
If a surface is contaminated with the SARS-CoV-2 virus, how long does it pose a risk of infection?
Hosted by: Hank Green
Reusable, N95 alternative face mask developed by a collaborative team hits production
Jun 11, 2020
In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, and the resulting need for PPE, a diverse team consisting of engineers, designers, clinicians, technicians, molders, among other entities, concentrated their intellects and efforts towards the rapid deployment and mass manufacture of an “open hardware, reusable, sterilizable, modular, and filter-media agnostic face mask that aims to hit the N95 efficacy criteria." An interview with Matt Carney (co-lead of the project and postdoctoral researcher at the MIT Media Lab) on the front porch of his home in Somerville, MA, sheds light on specific aspects of the creation process.
Starting in early June 2020, the “Open Standard Respirator, Model 1” has entered large scale production phases in the US, Portugal, and expanding to Columbia and Brazil.
Amazon introduces "Distance Assistant"
Jun 15, 2020
"Amazon introduces 'Distance Assistant'"
The company’s latest innovation provides real-time social distancing feedback and we plan to open source the technology
by Brad Porter
June 16, 2020
"Amazon deploys AI ‘distance assistants’ to notify warehouse workers if they get too close"
TV screens give workers live feedback on social distancing
by James Vincent
June 16, 2020
How is Lawrence Livermore fighting COVID-19?
Jun 17, 2020
Lawrence Livermore has applied its considerable scientific and technical expertise in a rapid response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. From nasal swabs to ventilators, drug development to mask decontamination, Maren takes you through LLNL’s newest work against COVID-19 (updated as of this video’s publication).
Visitor screening robot
Jun 30, 2020
ASIMOV RoboticsRobot performs one of the Health security functionalities , the Visitor Screening:
The robot will stop all visitors at the entrance to ensure the body temperature is at safe limit. In case of high temperature and any Covid related symptoms, they will be advised to consult doctor and the report will be sent to authorities.
Manolis Kellis: Human Genome and Evolutionary Dynamics | AI Podcast #113 with Lex Fridman
Jul 31, 2020
Manolis Kellis is a professor at MIT and head of the MIT Computational Biology Group. He is interested in understanding the human genome from a computational, evolutionary, biological, and other cross-disciplinary perspectives. This conversation is part of the Artificial Intelligence podcast.
Outline:
0:00 - Introduction
3:54 - Human genome
17:47 - Sources of knowledge
29:15 - Free will
33:26 - Simulation
35:17 - Biological and computing
50:10 - Genome-wide evolutionary signatures
56:54 - Evolution of COVID-19
1:02:59 - Are viruses intelligent?
1:12:08 - Humans vs viruses
1:19:39 - Engineered pandemics
1:23:23 - Immune system
1:33:22 - Placebo effect
1:35:39 - Human genome source code
1:44:40 - Mutation
1:51:46 - Deep learning
1:58:08 - Neuralink
2:07:07 - Language
2:15:19 - Meaning of life
Soap vs COVID-19
Jul 28, 2020
A 3D-visualisation of soap destroying the coronavirus is a poignant reminder that simply washing your hands can help stem the pandemic.
The scientifically accurate simulation, a collaboration between UNSW Art & Design and UNSW Science, shows soap acting on contaminated skin covered with tiny coronavirus particles.
The simulation uses a cinematic approach and evocative animation to deliver a message that’s accessible to adults and children alike.
The simulation was created by UNSW’s 3D Visualisation Aesthetics Lab, which explores arts- and design-led visualisations of complex scientific and biomedical data. The Lab creates immersive platforms that play out scientific phenomena, such as drug interactions with cancerous cells or interactive personalised scans of strokes to help patients understand their treatment.
The Lab are investigating the potential to engage with the face-mask debate and other public health issues through a series of educational 3D-simulations.
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