Reseachers finally discover the origin of the Black Death
Since their initial discovery, scholars have debated the significance of the tombstones, in relation to the Black Death in Europe.
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JJ Shavit
- Aug 1
Scientists discovered what caused the Black Death
In 1347, trade vessels transporting merchandise from the Black Sea inadvertently introduced the Black Death to the Mediterranean.
JJ Shavit
- May 16
Researchers finally found the cause of the Black Death
The Black Death first made its way into the Mediterranean through trade ships that carried goods from the Golden Horde in the Black Sea.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 17
Scientists reveal the origin of the Black Death
In 1347, the Black Death first made its way into the Mediterranean through trade ships that carried goods in the Black Sea.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 14
Game-changing mRNA vaccine is 100% effective against the plague and other deadly bacteria
Researchers have developed an mRNA-based vaccine that is 100% effective against a type of bacteria that is lethal to humans.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 19
Common cold can give children immunity against COVID-19, study finds
During the pandemic medical doctors and researchers noticed that children and adolescents infected with COVID-19 became less ill than adults
JJ Shavit
- Mar 17
Scientists discover the cause of the Black Death
The origins of the Black Death has long been debated with one of the most popular theories supporting its source in East Asia / China.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 19
More than 1,000 Coronavirus studies reveal surprising results
Understanding why some people become asymptomatic while others lose their lives is essential both to control and cure the disease.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 17
Scientists finally know what caused the Black Death
The disease disseminated across Europe, the Middle East and northern Africa claiming up to 60 percent of the population.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 17
Science has finally identified the cause of the Black Death
In 1347, plague first entered the Mediterranean via trade ships transporting goods from the territories of the Golden Horde in the Black Sea
JJ Shavit
- Dec 17, 2022
Scientists finally know what caused the Black Death
In 1347, plague first entered the Mediterranean via trade ships transporting goods from the territories of the Golden Horde in the Black Sea
JJ Shavit
- Nov 17, 2022
To prevent the next pandemic -- restore wildlife habitats, study finds
Preserving and restoring natural habitats could prevent pathogens that originate in wildlife from spilling over into domesticated animals.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 17, 2022
Researchers have finally identified the cause of the Black Death
The disease disseminated across Europe, the Middle East and northern Africa claiming up to 60 percent of the population in a large outbreak.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 19, 2022
Groundbreaking UV light can kill bacteria and viruses without harming humans
A highly efficient LED that is deadly to microbes and viruses but safe for people has been engineered by three RIKEN physicists.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 17, 2022
Science has finally identified the cause of the Black Death
The Black Death disseminated across Europe, the Middle East and northern Africa claiming up to 60 percent of the population.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 4, 2022
How will humans survive a global catastrophe?
One suggested way to save humankind in the event of a deadly pandemic or other extreme global catastrophe is establishing a safe refuge.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 3, 2021
Long-lasting disinfectant promises to help fight pandemics
Researchers have developed a nanoparticle-based disinfectant that can continuously kill viruses on a surface for up to seven days
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