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Saliva testing and molecular PPE - this week's top COVID-19 science stories
Saliva testing; reaction to Russia's vaccine announcement; and 'molecular PPE' - our pick of the week's science storied on the coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 14 August
Top stories: Global deaths pass 750,000; more confirmed cases in New Zealand; 500,000 cases in Peru and Mexico.
Here’s why human-robot collaboration is the future of manufacturing
Manufacturing is faster, cheaper and safer when robots and humans work together. In the coronavirus pandemic, this could help us create more resilient supply chains.
Cloud technology is transforming public services. This is how
Cloud computing became a lifeline for many governments during COVID-19. Here's how it can support vital services from emergency hotlines to online education.
We need to rethink cybersecurity for a post-pandemic world. Here's how
The pandemic has created a new set of opportunities for cybercriminals, and as such we need to rethink our approach to cybersecurity. Here's where to start.
Coronavirus: Green recovery ‘could prevent 0.3C’ of warming by 2050
A new study has shown that a strong global green recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic could allow the world to avoid 0.3C of global warming by the middle of the century.
Social distancing has left the visually impaired particularly isolated – it’s time to reach out
A report by the UK's Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) shows two-thirds of people with visual impairments feel they have become less independent since the start of lockdown.
COVID-19: The countries reporting the highest mental health declines
A new survey looks at the impact on mental health in a selection high-income countries.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 13 August
Top stories: India reports record rise; Peru announces new restrictions; New field hospital in Spain.
4 ways companies can stay productive beyond COVID-19 lockdown
Thanks to improved business performance during coronavirus lockdown, flexible working looks here to stay. But first we'll need to re-imagine the workplace.
Here's how governments can help mobile phones become a humanitarian lifeline
Mobile phones can help vulnerable communities access support during COVID-19 - but too many are still excluded from this vital technology. Here's what needs to change.
Here’s why Africa needs to invest in home-grown science
Scientific priorities for Africa were long determined by people far removed from the continent's challenges. It's time to unleash the power of Africa's own scientists.