New COVID-19 vaccine warnings don’t mean it’s unsafe – they mean the system to report side effects is working
Justin Vesser, University of Virginia While the COVID-19 vaccines currently available in the U.S. have been proved to be safe and effective, recent reports of rare adverse events, or side […]
Prolonged brain dysfunction in COVID-19 survivors: A pandemic in its own right?
Chris Robinson, University of Florida One in three survivors of COVID-19, those more commonly referred to as COVID-19 long-haulers, suffered from neurologic or psychiatric disability six months after infection, a […]
5 Things to Know Before Your Morning Coffee — Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021
Every day we wake up, drink a cup of coffee, and get ready for work. Following are a handful of stories from around the tech world condensed to fit into one single cup of coffee. These are the things you need to know before you step foot out of your door (or in front of a webcam) and into the real world this morning.
So sit back, grab a cup, and start your morning off right with a few “Quick Bytes” from Innovation & Tech Today.
In The Wake Of U.S. COVID-19 Mutation; Medical Professionals Are “Doubling Down”
SIU professor who discovered U.S. variant tells Innovation & Tech Today “Time will Tell”
Research from Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIU) has uncovered a new variant of the COVID-19 virus specific to the United States. According to the study, there is already a growing list of mutations in the United Kingdom and South Africa, while the U.S. version is suspected of being more transmissible than other variants, while its impact on vaccines is uncertain.
Using Technology To Keep Employees Engaged, Satisfied, And Motivated During A Crisis
The world is experiencing a global crisis that has thrown everyone for a loop. As a result, offices around the globe were forced to ask staff to work from home. Globally, businesses attempted to minimize the impact of uncertainty and fear to make the transition to remote working as smooth as possible for employees.
Tech Is Making Travel Safer During the Pandemic
A lot of people now work from home, thanks to COVID-19, but not everyone has that luxury. Whether you’re a remote worker who needs to travel or have a meeting you can’t miss, you may need to take a trip. With the pandemic still raging, that can be a cause for concern.
7 Destinations That Will Pay You To Visit Once The Pandemic Is Over
Many of us have become shut-ins by force due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Staying home has its perks, but many people have been planning their next vacation since lockdown began. With so many nations across the world experiencing economic hardship due to the pandemic, some have plans around increasing tourism and restoring economic standing.
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New Injection Molding Technology Could Close COVID-19 Testing Gap
Following the White House’s declared state of emergency in March and subsequent Harvard study showing a need for up to 20 million COVID-19 tests per day by the end of summer, innovation from the manufacturing industry has responded with a scalable technology capable of closing the testing gap.
A Pandemic Shift; Company Moves to Increase Production of Solar-Powered Chargers for Healthcare Infrastructure
The current healthcare crisis has caused many companies to change plans. Some have shut down; others have ramped-up production of critical goods needed to combat the coronavirus. One small but […]
Global Emissions Have Dropped 17 Percent During Coronavirus Pandemic
According to a recent study, global emissions have dropped 17 percent over the coronavirus pandemic. However, emissions could bounce back as society opens back up.
How Big Data is Normalizing Telehealth During COVID-19
Telehealth has been vital in the fulfillment of our basic healthcare requirements, especially during this global pandemic.
InnoTech Picks 2: What We’re Doing This Week During Quarantine
Whatever you might be looking for, we’re using this space to share what the Innovation & Tech Today team has been playing, watching, and reading this week to hopefully give you some inspiration.
4 Ways Technology is Helping the Food Supply Chain During COVID-19
Here are four ways that technology is helping the food supply chain during COVID-19, as well as the possible impacts beyond the current crisis.
These Startups are Helping in the Fight Against Coronavirus
While we’re seeing major tech companies step up in the fight against COVID-19, there are also many startups all over the world that are making key contributions.