Celltrion announced positive preliminary results from Phase 1 clinical trial.

We learned more today about Pitt’s discovery of a small molecule that neutralizes the virus that causes COVID-19. KDKA’s Dr. Maria Simbra has more on what treatments the discovery could lead to and what form they could take.

Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have isolated “the smallest biological molecule” that “completely and specifically neutralizes” the virus that causes coronavirus. The antibody component is 10 times smaller than a full-sized antibody, and has been used…

John Mellors, M.D., chief of infectious diseases, UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh, discusses a scientific breakthrough that is a major step toward a potential drug to treat and prevent COVID-19. Credit: UPMC

Antibody test developed for COVID-19 that is sensitive, specific and scalable – Information for all latest updates Science and Technology Blog – Facebook – Twitter – Pinterest – Tumblr – #Scientist #Science #Invention An antibody test for the virus that…

The FDA recently issued emergency use authorization for utilizing convalescent plasma to treat Covid-19. The idea is that using plasma from a donor who has recovered from Covid-19 has antibodies that can help treat patients who are sick now. Does…