COVID-19 Science During its First Year
SARS-CoV-2 Virus
Discover what science uncovered about COVID-19 during the first year of the pandemic
Attacking the Body
Learn what was known about how COVID-19 spread through and attacked the human body
mRNA Vaccine Science
Understand how the Pfizer mRNA vaccine works
Vaccine Development
Discover which directions vaccine development took during the first year of the pandemic
Treatment Research
Learn about COVID-19 treatments that became available
The News Timeline
Explore the News Timeline with key developments from December 31, 2019 until March of 2021
What is Science?
What is scientific truth? How does science progress? How do we evaluate scientific findings? How is science contributing to saving lives?
Easy pages
Learn about science, biology and COVID-19 in simple English
Resources
Explore authoritative material on COVID-19 at all levels.
My goal
My goal was to make it easier for people around the world to understand the science behind COVID-19 and the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) that causes it. I dedicated the first year of the pandemic to understanding the science behind it as best I could and to teach it on this site.
Remember that scientists have often warned us of inevitable future pandemics, making it even more important to use science to protect us.
Warning!
I’m not a medical doctor.
This website does not provide medical advice. Its purpose is educational. Do not self-medicate or take any new medication without consulting a qualified healthcare professional. If you need medical advice, please seek guidance from a licensed physician.
Beyond Science: Ethical and Social Considerations
While science provides crucial insights, responding to a pandemic clearly involves ethical and societal decisions that are beyond science. Measures like isolation and social distancing come with challenges and trade-offs.
This site is not here to dictate policies but to explain the science. A well-informed society can make better decisions while balancing public health, individual well-being, and ethical considerations. Understanding what science is, what it does, and what it knows is however essential for navigating these complex issues responsibly.
©2020, 2021 Dr. Michael Herrera