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Biomarkers could help predict severe SARS-CoV-2 infection

Molecular markers in the blood shown to be predictive of severe COVID-19 outcomes resulting from SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus infection have been identified in a study by a Chinese research team. The study results extend understanding of the pathophysiology and clinical progress of COVID-19 with potential for identifying early during the course of infection which individuals are most at risk of developing severe conditions and requiring hospital care.

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Defying the virus

Across the world, scientists and clinicians have combined in extraordinary efforts to help fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Three members of the EMBO community tell Kathy Weston how they and their colleagues have risen to this scientific challenge.

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