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Nicoletta Lanese
Nicoletta Lanese is a science journalist and dancer who aims to bring science to new audiences, whether in print or on stage. She holds degrees in neuroscience and dance from the University of Florida and a graduate certificate in science communication from the University of California, Santa Cruz. Brains are her beat. Follow her on Twitter @NicolettaML. 

Articles by: Nicoletta Lanese

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How does ketamine work as an antidepressant? It’s complicated.

By Nicoletta Lanese

Experts say we need larger studies and more data.

Jane Goodall with a chimpanzee

Jane Goodall: Humanity is doomed if we don't change after this pandemic

By Nicoletta Lanese

We must take action to prevent future pandemics, she warned.

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Wuhan tested millions of people for COVID-19 in just days. Could US cities do the same?

By Nicoletta Lanese

By pooling swab samples, Wuhan ramped up its testing capacity. But the approach won't work everywhere.

Microscopic image of an open Tupanvirus particle

Giant viruses spew their DNA through a 'stargate.' Now, scientists know what triggers them.

By Nicoletta Lanese

Scientists combined several techniques to study the massive viruses in action.

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The CDC is lumping positive COVID-19 viral and antibody tests together. Here's why that's bad.

By Nicoletta Lanese

The CDC and several states have been reporting COVID-19 diagnostic and antibody test results together.

A bumble bee (Bombus terrestris) worker damaging a plant leaf

Pollen-starved bumblebees bite 'half-moons' into plants to make them bloom

By Nicoletta Lanese

Scientists don't yet know when or how the behavior evolved.

A spy satellite image showing signs of marmot burrows

Cold War satellites tracked missiles ... and marmots?

By Nicoletta Lanese

The historic images could fill gaps in the ecological record.

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Sometimes, cool air rises. Here's what that means for tropical climates.

By Nicoletta Lanese

Sometimes, cool air rises and warm air sinks — and that helps the tropics cool off.

Sunflowers in a field in Kansas.

Kansas: Latest updates on Coronavirus

By Kimberly Hickok, Nicoletta Lanese

Here's a look at the number of coronavirus cases in Kansas and the latest news about the COVID-19 outbreak.

New orleans, Louisiana

Louisiana: Latest updates on Coronavirus

By Nicoletta Lanese

Here's a look at the number of coronavirus cases in Louisiana and the latest news about the COVID-19 outbreak.

Skyline of Louisville, Kentucky.

Kentucky: Latest updates on Coronavirus

By Kimberly Hickok, Nicoletta Lanese

Here are the latest updates on coronavirus in Kentucky.

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Illinois: Latest updates on Coronavirus

By Nicoletta Lanese

Here's a look at the number of coronavirus cases in Illinois and the latest news about the COVID-19 outbreak.

The skyline of Des Moines, Iowa

Iowa: Latest updates on Coronavirus

By Nicoletta Lanese

Here's a look at the number of coronavirus cases in Iowa and the latest news about the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Blind people could 'see' letters that scientists drew on their brains with electricity

By Nicoletta Lanese

The scientists stimulated the brain using electrodes implanted on its surface.

Indianapolis, Indiana skyline

Indiana: Latest updates on Coronavirus

By Nicoletta Lanese

Here's a look at the number of coronavirus cases in Indiana and the latest news about the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Could COVID-19 be linked to a rare childhood inflammatory illness?

By Nicoletta Lanese

Systematic studies are needed to confirm the link.

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First at-home saliva test for COVID-19 earns FDA approval

By Nicoletta Lanese

People can now sample their saliva at home and send it into a lab for processing.

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Study aims to uncover rate of COVID-19 infection among US children

By Nicoletta Lanese

Participants and their families will submit samples remotely during the six-month study.

african naked mole rat

We expel carbon dioxide as waste. Naked mole rats bathe their brains in it to prevent seizures.

By Nicoletta Lanese

The unique animals thrive underground but cannot handle the lack of carbon dioxide above.

Remdesivir shows promise in treating patients with severe COVID-19.

Remdesivir shows success in large COVID-19 trial. Will become 'new standard of care,' Fauci says.

By Nicoletta Lanese

The drug shortened patients' time to recovery in a large, international trial.

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Doctors are testing whether estrogen could help men fight COVID-19

By Nicoletta Lanese

Women infected with COVID-19 fare better, on average, than men. Do hormones have something to do with it?

rhesus macaque

New COVID-19 vaccine shows promise in monkeys. Next step: humans.

By Nicoletta Lanese

The vaccine has entered early clinical trials in human volunteers.

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Could genetics explain why some COVID-19 patients fare worse than others?

By Nicoletta Lanese

Certain sets of genes help the immune system recognize and fight pathogens.

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When will a COVID-19 vaccine be ready?

By Nicoletta Lanese

Health officials have said that a vaccine could be ready next year, if we take some shortcuts.

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'Profound' smell loss is a common COVID-19 symptom, study confirms

By Nicoletta Lanese

Smell and taste loss may be a common first symptom of COVID-19 in mild cases.