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T cells can mount attacks against many SARS-CoV-2 targets—even on new virus variant
New LJI research gives detailed look at vulnerable sites on the novel coronavirus—beyond the receptor binding domain
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A closer look at T cells reveals big differences in mild vs. severe COVID-19 cases
New research highlights the enormous variability in how T cells respond to the deadly virus
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Experts torn over changing vaccine doses to speed up lagging rollout
To speed inoculations, the U.S. plans to release all available vaccine doses and open access to anyone over 65. Others suggest straying from recommended doses or intentionally delaying boosters. The best way forward remains uncertain.
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The Future of the Coronavirus? An Annoying Childhood Infection
Once immunity is widespread in adults, the virus rampaging across the world will come to resemble the common cold, scientists predict.
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COVID-19 immunity could be long term
New findings suggest that immune response to COVID-19 may be long-lasting.
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Post-infection coronavirus immunity usually robust after 8 months, study shows
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Covid-19 immunity likely lasts for years
A new study shows immune cells primed to fight the coronavirus should persist for a long time after someone is vaccinated or recovers from infection.
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Protective immunity against SARS-CoV-2 could last eight months or more
LA JOLLA—New data suggest that nearly all COVID-19 survivors have the immune cells necessary to fight re-infection. The findings, based
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San Diego team named XPRIZE finalists for COVID rapid-test breakthrough
New two-dollar screen proves fast, simple and accurate
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Erica Ollmann Saphire named Scientist of the Year by ARCS San Diego
Award recognizes Saphire's leadership in global effort against COVID-19
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Alba Grifoni receives ISSNAF award for COVID-19 research
New award from the Embassy of Italy honors an Italian scientist making breakthroughs in a global crisis