Researchers at Arizona State University have developed the state’s first saliva-based test for COVID-19. The new saliva-based test is a game-changer for individuals who want to know whether they have an active COVID-19 infection. The new test is quick, and easier and less invasive for those being tested, with results usually reported within 48 hours — and ASU is offering it for free for Arizona's communities.
For public testing site registration: https://azdhs.gov/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/infectious-disease-epidemiology/index.php#novel-coronavirus-saliva-testing
For ASU employee testing site registration: https://cfo.asu.edu/employee-testing
This episode takes a deeper look inside the big news of the new Zoom R&D center headed to Tempe. We focus on ASU’s relationship with Zoom and what it means to have Zoom open an office here in terms of the engineering talent pipeline and future partnering opportunities.
Director Margaret Calacci of the Grace Center for Innovation in Nursing Education, needed to build a robust, remote nursing education program on the fly to keep the education and future careers on track for more than 300 nursing students.
We explore the role being played by Arizona State University’s Center for Emergency Management and Homeland Security during the COVID-19 pandemic response.
