Richard Harris
Stories
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The Pandemic Is Pushing Scientists To Rethink How They Read Research Papers
Faced with a glut of pandemic research from around the world, scientists are confronting their biases and learning to engage with science conducted at institutions they're unfamiliar with.
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Weekend Edition Sunday
What Mussels Can Teach Us About False Positive COVID-19 Tests
A wildlife biologist got involved in coronavirus research by raising important questions about the accuracy of the test used to diagnose COVID-19.
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South Korean Study Shows No Evidence Recovered COVID-19 Patients Can Infect Others
A study of patients who initially tested negative for the virus, but weeks later tested positive again, has found they do not appear to pass the disease to personal contacts such as family members.
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A Double-Barreled Approach To Antibody Testing Could Improve Accuracy
Antibody tests can identify people who have been previously exposed to the coronavirus. But false positive results are a concern. Performing two different tests could reduce errors.
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All Things Considered
Coronavirus Update: The White House Ramps Up The Coronavirus Testing
The White House has ramped up the coronavirus testing for its staff. At the same time, President Trump has voiced doubts about the ability of testing to stop the spread of the virus.
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FDA Cracks Down On Antibody Tests For Coronavirus
These tests are designed to identify people who have been previously exposed to the virus. The Food and Drug Administration is now telling manufacturers they'll have to meet minimum standards.
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How Reliable Are COVID-19 Tests? Depends Which One You Mean
What types of testing are available for the coronavirus? And how accurate are they? Here's a handy guide to the field.
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All Things Considered
Coronavirus Updates: New York Toll, Racial Disparity In Data
NPR politics, science and national correspondents relay the latest news on the response in the United States to the coronavirus epidemic.
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All Things Considered
Coronavirus Updates: Projecting The Curve, Government Responses
NPR science and politics correspondents relay the latest updates in the United States response to the coronavirus epidemic.
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All Things Considered
Coronavirus Updates: Congress Considers More Action, Scientists React
NPR science and White House correspondents relay the latest in the United States response to the coronavirus epidemic.