Coronavirus Response

Biology Professor Carl Bergstrom discusses how the fact that some coronavirus cases are asymptomatic makes the disease more difficult to control.

Carl Bergstrom, biology professor, explains the importance of social distancing measures to stop the spread of and reduce deaths from the coronavirus.

Ellen Dissanayake, an affiliate professor of music education, explains how music can help foster human interaction during coronavirus-related precautionary measures.

Christopher Adolph, associate professor of political science, explains why states with Republican governors have tended to be slower in taking action against the coronavirus.

Luly Yang, graphic design alumni and local fashion designer, has used her business connections to procure and donate 20,000 masks to a Seattle hospital.

Carl Bergstrom, biology professor, explains how different states and their different cultures are reacting to the coronavirus.

Carl Bergstrom, biology professor, explains how Anthony Fauci, a medical expert who corrected Donald Trump on issues surrounding the coronavirus, has been made a target of the far-right.

Jonathan Kanter, research associate professor of psychology, discusses the effects social distancing and other coronavirus prevention measures can have on mental health.

Aseem Prakash, political science professor, explains the similarities between coronavirus politics and climate politics.

Jonathan Kanter, research associate professor of psychology, explains how social distancing is difficult for those who rely on in-person support to deal with issues like addiction.

Biology Professor Carl Bergstrom and colleague Jevin West are featured in this article detailing their attempts to combat misinformation.

Sue Joslyn, psychology professor, discusses what the government could do to make social distancing measures and shelter-in-place orders more effective.

Julianne Dalcanton, chair of the astronomy department, explains her role in the collection of masks for medical workers.

Margaret O'Mara, history professor, explains the long-term effects the coronavirus epidemic could have on how we view big government.

Scott Radnitz, associate professor of international studies, discusses government intervention in the coronavirus pandemic.