Meet the 2024 STAT Wunderkinds
STAT included Miguel Paredes in the Bedford Lab and Yapeng Su in the Greenberg Lab in its Wunkerkinds awards to 27 of the “most impressive doctors and researchers on the cusp of launching their careers.”
Move over, wastewater. Store-bought milk could be another way to track the bird flu outbreak in cows
Dr. Trevor Bedford noted that “separate from the sequencing for evolution [of the virus], which I think is very important, just even understanding prevalence through space and time... would be really helpful and important.”
After a year, omicron still driving surges and worries
Dr. Trevor Bedford explained that vaccines and infections from earlier SARS-CoV-2 variants created the initial niche for omicron to spread.
COVID-19 variants keep getting more contagious. Here’s why
Dr. Trevor Bedford commented that a virus’s ability to mutate around our immune defenses can continue indefinitely.
COVID cases are up. Most mandates ended months ago. So where does WA stand?
Drs. Josh Schiffer and Trevor Bedford shared COVID-19 insights.
COVID hasn’t given up all its secrets. Here are 6 mysteries experts hope to unravel
A STAT special report noted Dr. Trevor Bedford’s COVID predictions.
As COVID-19 cases fall, experts are optimistic, but for how long?
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran shared her thoughts on COVID-19 outlook in the U.S.
COVID predictions? These experts are done with them
Drs. Josh Schiffer, Pavitra Roychoudhury and Trevor Bedford shared omicron insights.
After omicron, some scientists foresee a period of quiet
Dr. Trevor Bedford shared predictions about omicron.
Could Genomic Surveillance Prevent The Next Pandemic?
Dr. Trevor Bedford discussed the Seattle Flu Study and tracking viruses in a Bloomberg mini-documentary on genomic surveillance.
Halting progress and happy progress: How mRNA vaccines were made
Drs. Elizabeth Halloran and Larry Corey described decades of scientific effort that led to COVID vaccines.
A computational biologist weighs in on omicron, the future of vaccines and the CDC’s variant forecast
Dr. Trevor Bedford shared insights in a Q&A, including updating COVID vaccines to circulating variants.
Gauteng’s Omicron Wave Is Already Peaking. Why?
In a Q&A, Dr. Trevor Bedford discussed the rapid rise of omicron and challenges in detecting cases.
Omicron surge predicted to peak higher than delta wave in King County: ‘It’s here and it’s moving fast'
Dr. Trevor Bedford joined a press briefing on omicron.
Preparing for the Omicron Wave (with Trevor Bedford)
Dr. Trevor Bedford and Andy Slavitt discussed omicron.
Testing indicates that the Omicron variant is surging in Washington State
Dr. Trevor Bedford predicted a coming wave of omicron infections.
How did omicron mutate, and how could it evade antibodies? Fred Hutch scientist Trevor Bedford answers our questions
In an omicron-focused Q&A, Dr. Trevor Bedford mentioned how to prevent future variants.
Why Didn’t the U.S. Detect Omicron Cases Sooner?
Dr. Trevor Bedford commented on genomic surveillance of SARS-CoV-2.
Omicron’s Best- and Worst-Case Scenarios
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran talked about implications of the latest COVID-19 variant.
The mystery of where omicron came from — and why it matters
Dr. Trevor Bedford discussed omicron’s evolutionary path.
Mysteries of omicron variant could take weeks to untangle
Dr. Trevor Bedford discussed early reports of spread of the omicron variant.
The Omicron variant might have originated in someone with a suppressed immune system
Dr. Trevor Bedford explained how omicron differs from other gradually evolving strains of SARS-CoV-2.
U.S. tracking of virus variants has improved after a slow start
Dr. Trevor Bedford spoke on sequencing of variants.
The pandemic’s next turn hinges on three unknowns
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran commented on COVID-19 immunity in the U.S.
COVID-19 Virus to Keep Mutating, but at Slower Rate, Expert Predicts
Dr. Trevor Bedford’s recent Twitter thread on how SARS-CoV-2 might continue to evolve was featured.
Why COVID boosters weren’t tweaked to better match variants
Dr. Trevor Bedford advocated for updating COVID vaccines against the Delta variant.
Fred Hutch’s Trevor Bedford receives ‘genius grant’ for work on COVID-19 and other viruses
Dr. Trevor Bedford commented on being named a 2021 MacArthur Fellow.
Trevor Bedford: Two astounding awards for virologist who raised early COVID alarms
Dr. Trevor Bedford reflected on receiving recognition for his research on viral evolution.
These three Seattle scientists study the coronavirus. Now they’re getting millions to chase their ‘wildest scientific ideas’
Drs. Erick Matsen and Trevor Bedford were named Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigators.
Winter is coming, again: What to expect from Covid-19 as the season looms
Dr. Trevor Bedford predicted near-term and future spread of SARS-CoV-2.
Covid-19 Virus Variants Mu and Lambda Unlikely to Supplant Delta
Dr. Trevor Bedford characterized the landscape of COVID variants.
United States boosts tracking of coronavirus strains as Mu variant draws scrutiny
Dr. Trevor Bedford commented on the volume of COVID genomes now available in the U.S.
New Evidence Points To Antibodies As A Reliable Indicator Of Vaccine Protection
Dr. Holly Janes spoke with NPR.
Study showing antibody levels protecting against COVID-19 could speed creation of new vaccines, boosters
Dr. Peter Gilbert explained a study identifying correlates of protection for the Moderna virus.
Antibody levels predictive of Moderna's vaccine efficacy -study
Dr. Peter Gilbert explained a study identifying correlates of protection for the Moderna virus.
Scientists may have found a marker of how effective COVID-19 vaccines are
Dr. Peter Gilbert explained a new study identifying correlates of protection for the Moderna vaccine.
‘Goldilocks virus’: Delta vanquishes all variant rivals as scientists race to understand its tricks
Dr. Trevor Bedford commented on the delta variant with The Washington Post.
Covid’s Lambda variant: worth watching, but no cause for alarm
Dr. Trevor Bedford described the newly emerged Lambda variant.
A pandemic upside: The flu virus became less diverse, simplifying the task of making flu shots
Dr. Trevor Bedford reacted to speculation that a clade of the influenza virus may have gone extinct during the pandemic. He said, “I think it has a decent chance that it’s gone. But the world’s a big place.”
As Covid dissipates in the U.S., cold and flu viruses may return with a vengeance
Dr. Trevor Bedford commented on the rise in circulating respiratory viruses as COVID restrictions decrease.
Finding how much protection is enough when it comes to COVID-19 vaccines
Dr. Peter Gilbert told KIRO 7 about how he is working to find the “correlate of protection."
College Students Are Helping Answer Key Vaccine Questions, but Finding Enough of Them Is Tough
Dr. Holly Janes explained the PreventCOVIDU study of COVID vaccines and transmission.
New Blood Tests Should Show How Long A COVID-19 Vaccine Will Protect You
Dr. Peter Gilbert discussed studies of what immune responses protect against COVID-19.
Scientists Are Working On Booster Shots In Case COVID-19 Vaccines Lose Their Effect
Dr. Peter Gilbert discussed how to test vaccine protection against SARS-CoV-2 variants.
Unlocking the COVID code
Dr. Trevor Bedford commented on advances in the viral genomics field.
‘Then the world caved in’: 11 experts describe the day they realized Covid-19 was here to stay
STAT opinion included reflections on the pandemic from a variety of experts when they realized COVID-19 was here to stay.
We may never reach herd immunity on coronavirus — but it probably doesn’t matter
Drs. Larry Corey, Josh Schiffer and Trevor Bedford spoke with The Seattle Times about herd immunity.
Worried About Coronavirus Variants? Here's What You Need To Know
Dr. Trevor Bedford commented on which variants we should watch and how concerned people should be..
C.D.C. Announces $200 Million ‘Down Payment’ to Track Virus Variants
Dr. Trevor Bedford commented on new funding to support genomic surveillance and data collection related to COVID.
Drugmakers Look for New Ways to Test Covid-19 Vaccines
Dr. Peter Gilbert described measuring immune responses to vaccines as a way of testing their efficacy.
Why vaccines alone will not end the pandemic
Dr. Trevor Bedford weighed in on modeling that predicted lifting public health guidelines in February could cause 29 million additional coronavirus cases by July.
A new COVID-19 challenge: Mutations rise along with cases
The story quoted tweets from Dr. Trevor Bedford, in which he noted that “The fact that we’ve observed three variants of concern emerge since September suggests that there are likely more to come.”
Are new coronavirus variants already in Washington state? With limited surveillance it’s hard to know
Drs. Pavitra Roychoudhury, Jesse Bloom and Trevor Bedford commented on efforts to track SARS-CoV-2 variants.
C.D.C. Warns the New Virus Variant Could Fuel Huge Spikes in Covid-19 Cases
Dr. Trevor Bedford estimated that with a more transmissible variant, “It makes the same situations that generate spread now — people living in the same household, these sorts of non-ventilated indoor contacts — to be more likely to spread.”
COVID-19 measures also suppress flu—for now
Dr. Trevor Bedford explained that the lack of flu virus genomes will make it difficult to select strains for next season’s flu vaccine.
What Happens If U.K. Variant Of The Coronavirus Spreads In The U.S.?
Dr. Trevor Bedford predicted the SARS-CoV-2 variant of concern “to go from initial arrivals in the U.S. in December to starting to kind of dominate the virus population in, say, March.”
How it started: A Q&A with Helen Branswell, one year after Covid-19 became a full-time job
Infectious disease reporter Helen Branswell recalled an interview with Dr. Trevor Bedoford about SARS-CoV-2 in early 2020.
The Coronavirus Is Mutating. What Does That Mean for Us?
Drs. Jesse Bloom and Trevor Bedford discussed implications of SARS-CoV-2 mutating.
Many Trial Volunteers Got Placebo Vaccines. Do They Now Deserve the Real Ones?
Dr. Holly Janes discussed biostatistical implications of having placebo-treated volunteers offered the vaccine.
Covid-19 vaccine efficacy results are not enough
Dr. Holly Janes discussed the importance of large clinical trials for assessing safety of vaccine candidates.
Evidence Builds That an Early Mutation Made the Pandemic Harder to Stop
Dr. Trevor Bedford confirmed his assessment that scientific evidence shows the 614G variant of SARS-CoV-2 is more easily transmitted.
How Many Americans Are About to Die?
Dr. Trevor Bedford predicted that U.S. COVID-19 deaths could reach 2,000 a day within weeks, and that “Importantly, this doesn’t assume any further increases in circulation and is essentially ‘baked into’ currently reported cases.”
Research alliance co-founded by Fred Hutch and Microsoft announces initial cancer studies
GeekWire detailed the cancer research projects within the Fred Hutch-led Cascadia Data Alliance.
Health experts weigh in on what we’ll have to do to get through a winter of COVID-19
Dr. Trevor Bedford reflected on how the pandemic “will leave us with generally strengthened surveillance systems and public health, and an ability to deal with something like this in the future to a better degree.”
Full steam ahead as Fred Hutch moves into historic building and expands Seattle campus
Dr. Thomas Lynch described why he’s excited about the opening of the Lake Union Steam Plant.
Three scientists race to track deadly pathogen in their city
Dr. Trevor Bedford reflected on discovering the first case of community transmission in the region in this comic feature.
A look back at the first death from COVID-19 in the U.S
Dr. Trevor Bedford spoke about the early cases of COVID in the U.S.
How can you tell if a COVID-19 vaccine is working?
In an FAQ about vaccine trial statistics, Holly Janes explained how the COVID-19 trials are based on how many cases of the disease.
How volunteers and scientists help determine if a vaccine works
Holly Janes explained statistics of COVID-19 vaccine trials.
Fortune 40 under 40 - Trevor Bedford
Dr. Trevor Bedford was selected for Fortune’s 40 under 40 in the healthcare category.
‘Warp Speed’ COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts Aim for Diverse Volunteers and Long-Lasting Protection
Peter Gilbert discussed vaccine clinical trial design in a story about national efforts to rapidly find a safe and effective vaccine.
How to participate In a vaccine trial
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran discussed the design of vaccine clinical trials and shared information on how people can register as a volunteer..
How a group of Seattle scientists revealed COVID-19′s stateside spread
Trevor Bedford’s work and comments on COVID-19 from the beginning of the pandemic are referenced.
Inside the global quest to trace the origins of COVID-19—and predict where it will go next
Trevor Bedford discussed his work with Nextstrain and the start of tracking COVID-19 in Seattle.
Meet the doctor democratizing COVID-19 data on Twitter
Trevor Bedford discussed his work on SARS-CoV-2 genomic epidemiology using twitter for science outreach and communications.
In early February, the coronavirus was moving through New York
Trevor Bedford weighed in on new findings suggesting COVID-19 was spreading in New York City in early February.
a16z Podcast: Preventing pandemics with genomic epidemiology
Trevor Bedford explained how Nextstrain and genomic epidemiology can inform public health and discussed the COVID-19 pandemic.
Public health officials do a reality check on Elon Musk’s tweets about COVID-19 tests
Dr. Keith Jerome and Trevor Bedford explained the rise in positive COVID-19 tests, indicating a rise in infections rather than false positives.
CDC acknowledges true coronavirus count is likely 10 times higher than official count
Elizabeth Halloran commented on the lack of clarity in COVID-19 infection case counts, suggesting the total number is much higher than current estimates.
How the virus won
The New York Times recapped the COVID-19 pandemic, referencing Trevor Bedford’s work tracking the virus through Nextstrain and the Seattle Flu Study.
Amid COVID-19 pandemic, experts lay out 10-point plan for a genomic revolution in public health
Trevor Bedford and Allison Black discussed a paper they co-authored on how to build a scientific ecosystem that is better equipped to tackle COVID-19.
'Protest is a profound public health intervention': Why so many doctors are supporting protests in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic
Trevor Bedford’s tweets on COVID-19 and protesting are referenced.
Researchers gauge the effect of protests and reopenings on reviving the pandemic
Trevor Bedford’s estimates of COVID-19 infections resulting from protests are referenced.
A delicate balance: Weighing protest against the risks of the coronavirus
Trevor Bedford’s tweets on estimates of COVID-19 infection rates after protests in the U.S. are referenced.
A conversation with Trevor Bedford, the Fred Hutch scientist who became a leading voice of the coronavirus pandemic
Trevor Bedford discussed his COVID-19 research, the test, trace, isolate strategy and next steps to reopen.
Virus ignited in U.S. no earlier than mid-January, study says
Trevor Bedford commented on the possibility of COVID-19 infection in early January, suggesting it was likely flu.
Researchers revise their timeline for the coronavirus’ rise in Washington state
Trevor Bedford is quoted on an updated analysis suggesting the WA1 COVID-19 patient was not the initial start to the outbreak in Washington.
Coronavirus epidemics began later than believed, study concludes
Trevor Bedford discussed his updated analysis suggesting the COVID-19 outbreak began in Seattle in February.
Genetic analysis raises more questions about the history of Washington state’s coronavirus outbreak
Trevor Bedford’s analysis of COVID-19 genomes suggesting Washington’s outbreak came from an alternative source than the original patient is referenced.
New research rewrites history of when COVID-19 arrived in U.S. — and points to missed chances to stop it
Trevor Bedford’s tweets on the start of the COVID-19 outbreak in Washington and patient WA1 are discussed.
What computer-based models can tell us about coronavirus — and what they can’t
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran explained how we can use COVID-19 models to our advantage, and her recent modeling work and some of the caveats of model predictions.
No, we’re not all in this together — look at what’s happening with coronavirus in Yakima
Trevor Bedford is quoted on the lack of full COVID-19 suppression in the U.S. and the implications on further physical distancing policies.
Webby Awards: Tom Hanks, 'Game of Thrones,' Cardi B, LeBron James among winners
Trevor Bedford is listed for receiving a Webby Special Achievement award for Nextstrain.
California locked down early and took the coronavirus seriously. Why are its cases still rising?
Trevor Bedford’s comments on the COVID-19 status and lack of viral suppression in the U.S. are referenced.
When did the coronavirus arrive in the U.S.? Here’s a review of the evidence
Dr. Trevor Bedford weighed in on when COVID-19 arrived in the U.S., the origins of the virus, and more.
A conversation about COVID-19 with biostatisticians and epidemiologists
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran discussed COVID-19 testing, strategy, and modeling with other biostatisticians and epidemiologists studying the virus.
The genetic evolutionary tree of the U.S COVID outbreak
Trevor Bedford’s genomic analysis exploring the spread of COVID-19 across the U.S. is highlighted, along with Nextstrain.
Bill Gates has regrets
Trevor Bedford’s discovery of COVID-19 community spread through the Seattle Flu Study is referenced.
The virus is constantly mutating. What that means for treating COVID-19 is up for debate
Bloomberg quoted Trevor Bedford on statements suggesting that further research is needed to determine if one COVID-19 strain is more transmissible than others.
The porn industry tests and traces. Could it offer a model for reopening amid COVID-19?
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran explained how easily accessible and repeated testing, contract tracing and isolation when sick could keep COVID-19 under control without a vaccine.
You’ll probably never know if you had the coronavirus in January
Trevor Bedford weighed in on serology testing, the true COVID-19 incidence in the U.S., and how we could use blood samples to retroactively test for COVID-19.
The US is reopening too soon. One chart shows cases are still on the rise outside the tristate area.
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran discussed the need for increased COVID-19 testing and contact tracing to justify loosening physical distancing measures
Mutations in the coronavirus spike protein
Trevor Bedford’s statements on the implications of a mutation in SARS-Cov-2’s spike proteins are referenced.
A mutated coronavirus strain seems responsible for most of the world's COVID-19 infections. That doesn't mean it's more dangerous than the original
Business Insider discussed Nextstrain work and Trevor Bedford’s comments on COVID-19 lineages and the unknown impact on transmissibility.
Studies of coronavirus evolution stir up a controversy for scientists on social media
Trevor Bedford’s commentary on a COVID-19 spike mutation is referenced, suggesting we don’t know the impact of the mutation on transmissibility.
So many people are convinced that they had COVID-19 already
Trevor Bedford stated that it’s not possible SARS-CoV-2 was circulating in the U.S. in or before November 2019.
Researchers find new coronavirus strain 'more contagious', potentially impacting COVID-19 vaccine search
Trevor Bedford’s statements on the impacts of a SARS-Cov-2 mutation are cited, saying we need further research to determine if it impacts transmissibility.
Coronavirus in the U.S.: an unrelenting crush of cases and deaths
Trevor Bedford’s statements predicting continued COVID-19 infections across the U.S. are cited.
What COVID-19 antibody tests can and cannot tell us
Trevor Bedford’s commentary on the lack of accuracy of some COVID-19 antibody tests is included.
Mathematical models help predict the trajectory of the coronavirus outbreak. But can they be believed?
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran Ruth Etzioni explained how COVID-19 models help scientists and policy makers understand the impact of different restrictions on viral spread.
Was the new coronavirus accidentally released from a Wuhan lab? It’s doubtful.
Trevor Bedford reinforced the scientific reasons why COVID-19 did not originate from a lab, but rather a natural setting.
How coronavirus mutates and spreads
Trevor Bedford is listed as a source of COVID-19 spread and tracking data.
One in 8 Americans say they know someone who died of COVID-19, according to a new Insider poll
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran commented on the potential outcomes of easing physical distancing restrictions too early.
COVID-19 was here earlier than most Americans thought. Now what?
Trevor Bedford’s analysis that COVID-19 was introduced to the US sometime in January is referenced.
Top Seattle-area health official worries COVID-19 could spread across country as states reopen
GeekWire highlighted Trevor Bedford’s research tracking COVID-19, and referenced a webinar featuring Dr. Elizabeth Halloran.
Scott Gottlieb discusses coronavirus on "Face the Nation,"
Trevor Bedford’s timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. beginning in early January is referenced.
White House medic Deborah Birx said coronavirus deaths will 'dramatically' decrease by the end of May, but social distancing will go on for much longer
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran suggested what may happen as a result of relaxing physical distancing measures too early.
New York's low coronavirus transmission rate suggests the state's outbreak is contained for now
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran gave insight to what may happen is physical distancing measures are loosened.
Who to follow on Twitter for legit, trustworthy coronavirus info
Trevor Bedford is included as a credible source of COVID-19 information.
The real problem with the manufactured coronavirus liberty protests
Trevor Bedford is quoted on his test, trace, isolate strategies to stop the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why experts are questioning two hyped antibody studies in coronavirus hotspots
Trevor Bedford’s comments on new antibody study results suggesting high antibody prevalence in the community are included.
The coronavirus isn’t just the flu, bro
Trevor Bedford’s analysis of the death rate from COVID-19 in New York City is referenced.
Yes, the coronavirus mutates. But those tiny changes haven't affected how dangerous it is — instead, they help scientists track its spread.
Trevor Bedford’s and Nextstrain collaborator Emma Hodcraft’s comments on the mutation rate of COVID-19 and the implications of that for vaccine efficacy are discussed.
How to build and deploy testing systems at unprecedented scale
Trevor Bedford’s test, trace and isolate plan to stop COVID-19 spread is explored.
Italy's lockdowns prevented 200,000 hospitalizations and reduced coronavirus transmission by nearly half, a new study finds
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran discussed how COVID-19 differs from other infectious diseases like measles, specifically in its higher transmissibility.
A woman who recovered from the coronavirus tried to donate her plasma, but she barely had any antibodies. It highlights lingering questions about immunity.
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran suggested that while we hope being infected with COVID-19 produces immunity for at least a year, further research is needed to confirm.
Hidden outbreaks spread through U.S. cities far earlier than Americans knew, estimates say
Trevor Bedford’s statements suggesting undetected COVID-19 spread across Washington in late February are cited.
'Expert Twitter' only goes so far. Bring back blogs
Wired discussed Trevor Bedford’s rise to Twitter fame through his research communications in a larger piece on Twitter as a news source.
A coronavirus death in early February was ‘probably the tip of an iceberg’
The New York Times referenced Trevor Bedford’s genetic analysis work placing the start of the COVID-19 outbreak in Washington in early February, in light of new data on an early February COVID-19 death.
Some Americans are convinced they had the coronavirus in December or January. Experts say it's highly unlikely.
Trevor Bedford’s tweets reinforcing that COVID-19 was not circulating in the U.S. in December are cited.
New York's subway may have boosted the coronavirus' spread, but researchers think one-third of coronavirus transmission happens in the home
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran commented on physical distancing measures in Washington, and the impact it had on slowing COVID-19 transmission.
Solving the mysteries of coronavirus with genetic fingerprints
The New York Times recalled the story of the Washington COVID-19 outbreak and how genomic analysis helped track the virus, quoting Pavitra Roychoudhury and Trevor Bedford.
Mutations map holds the key to bringing coronavirus under control
Trevor Bedford’s statements on when COVID-19 began circulating in the U.S. and Nextstrain findings are referenced.
To know the real number of coronavirus cases in the US, China, or Italy, researchers say multiply by 10
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran emphasized the difficulty in determining to number of COVID-19 cases due to lack of testing.
What viral evolution can teach us about the coronavirus pandemic
Trevor Bedford’s work is referenced as part of an analysis of how we study pandemics and disease.
Saving a city: How Seattle’s corporate giants banded together to flatten the curve
Drs. Tom Lynch and Larry Corey recalled the start of the COVID-19 epidemic and discussed Fred Hutch’s efforts to track and control the virus along with other notable Seattle companies.
A New York City hospital developed one of the few FDA-approved antibody tests for the coronavirus. It could test up to 2,000 people per day
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran explained that COVID-19 serological tests have not yet been perfected, and some may give false results.
Chris Cuomo says his one coronavirus 'silver lining' just came crashing down
Trevor Bedford’s statements reinforcing COVID-19 was not in the U.S. last fall are referenced.
How coronavirus testing and contact tracing work together to quell COVID-19
Trevor Bedford’s tweets explaining his test, trace, and isolate strategies for COVID-19 using digital and non-digital tools are discussed.
The US is 'a long way' from beating the coronavirus with herd immunity, experts say, since that would require 50% of the population being immune
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran commented on the possibility of herd immunity to COVID-19, suggesting we have not reached that level of infection.
The coronavirus is mutating. What does that mean for a vaccine?
Trevor Bedford commented on how mutation rates may or may not impact a COVID-19 vaccine.
One key figure helps countries decide when their coronavirus outbreaks are over — but scientists say it's a moving target
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran advised on the conditions necessary to lift COVID-19 lockdowns and keep the virus under control.
U.S. grapples with how to drastically ramp up COVID-19 contact tracing
Trevor Bedford’s digital tracing endeavor, Nexttrace, is cited as one way to slow COVID-19.
Avoid Twitter’s swamp of misinformation by following these epidemiology experts
Trevor Bedford is listed as a COVID-19 expert, to help reduce misinformation about the virus.
Tips on using science Twitter during COVID-19
PLoS Blogs delved into science communications, referencing Trevor Bedford’s use of twitter to explain COVID-19 research.
Genetic tracking helped us fight Ebola. Why can’t it halt COVID-19?
Trevor Bedford’s genomic analysis work to track COVID-19 from the initial outbreak in the U.S. is mentioned.
NY death toll passes 10,000; new hot spots slow to emerge
Trevor Bedford suggested even with lifted physical distancing measures, COVID-19 may not rebound as strongly as the public exercises more caution.
Seattle researcher debunks theory COVID-19 spread in Calif. in November
KOMO covered Trevor Bedford’s latest tweets debunking beliefs that COVID-19 was circulating prior to January in Washington and California.
More on that alleged intel report, and when did COVID-19 really begin?
Trevor Bedford’s statements reinforcing the timeline of the U.S. COVID-19 outbreak are included, along with data from Nextstrain.
When will this end, and what comes next? Health officials and epidemiologists are working to figure out Washington’s coronavirus end game
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran and Trevor Bedford’s recommendations to keep COVID-19 at bay and loosen physical distancing measures are discussed.
Can smart phone apps help beat pandemics?
Trevor Bedford’s work on NextTrace, a digital COVID-19 tracing method, is highlighted.
Social distancing is controlling COVID-19; now scientists need to figure out which measures are most effective
Trevor Bedford’s latest tweets suggesting physical distancing measures have been effective in Washington state are cited.
Blood tests promise to show who had COVID-19 and didn’t know it
Drs. Keith Jerome and Larry Corey explained work on blood tests for CoV-2 antibodies and the need for a vaccine.
Most New York coronavirus cases came from Europe, genomes show
Trevor Bedford reinforced that his genomic analysis suggested a January introduction of COVID-19 to the U.S.
'Did I already have coronavirus?': People wonder if they previously had COVID-19, but the answer isn't easy
Trevor Bedford’s analysis suggesting a mid-January start date for the COVID-19 outbreak in Washington state is referenced.
Seattle’s COVID-19 lessons are yielding hope
Trevor Bedford’s initial research suggesting community COVID-19 transmission in Washington is recalled.
How the coronavirus overwhelmed Washington state’s early efforts to contain it
Trevor Bedford’s early analysis that COVID-19 was circulating undetected in Washington State is referenced.
Alexa, do I have coronavirus?
Trevor Bedford is referenced for his work and comments on fighting COVID-19.
Questions but few answers on COVID-19
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran answered questions about the outlook for COVID-19, and next steps to stop the pandemic.
COVID-19 spreads too fast for traditional contact tracing. New digital tools could help
STAT featured Trevor Bedford and NextTrace, a new platform that uses digital contact tracing to stop COVID-19.
Coronavirus sleuths kick off campaign for digital tracing of COVID-19 contacts
GeekWire profiled Trevor Bedford’s new program NextTrace, that uses contact-tracing to stop COVID-19.
In the race to crack COVID-19, scientists bypass peer review
Undark mentioned Trevor Bedford’s use of twitter to comment on a preprint paper about COVID-19.
Genetic analysis of the coronavirus gives scientists clues about how it’s spreading
Trevor Bedford’s use of genetic data to link the COVID-19 patients in Washington is cited.
Virologists are divided over need for draconian shutdowns
Trevor Bedford’s proposed strategies for slowing and tracking COVID-19 spread are considered, along with others.
The mathematics of predicting the course of the coronavirus
Wired reflected on Trevor Bedford’s analysis that by early March COVID-19 had already been circulating in Washington State for weeks.
One Seattle party, 8 coronavirus cases: An anatomy of an outbreak
Trevor Bedford’s analysis indicating COVID-19 community transmission had occurred in January is discussed.
Experts converge on plans for easing coronavirus restrictions safely
The Washington Post discussed a report co-written by Trevor Bedford, outlining steps to guide states through the COVID-19 outbreak.
Handicapping the future of financial markets
Trevor Bedford is included in a list of scientific resources on COVID-19.
Not all or nothing: Anti-virus lockdowns could lift slowly
Elizabeth Halloran called for widespread COVID-19 testing as the first step to bring down the pandemic.
The Seattle scientific community, mobilized
Dr. Kristin Anderson wrote about the researchers in Seattle who are working together to study and combat COVID-19, including Drs. Keith Jerome, Alex Greninger and Trevor Bedford.
How coronavirus mutations can track its spread—and disprove conspiracies
Trevor Bedford explained how Nextstrain has evolved with open and rapid data sharing, allowing for real time tracking of COVID-19 mutations and spread.
The U.S. now has more confirmed coronavirus cases than anywhere else in the world
Vox mentioned Trevor Bedford’s U.S. COVID-19 infection estimates and research on the spread of the virus.
Eerily on the mark, a gene detective's coronavirus findings raise hope and fear in equal measure
The Nextstrain project and Trevor Bedford’s analyses on COVID-19 are explained.
The coronavirus is mutating. But that may not be a problem for humans
Trevor Bedford commented on the implications of COVID-19’s slow mutation rates, suggesting it will lead to immunity after exposure.
The coronavirus mutates more slowly than the flu — which means a vaccine will likely be effective long-term
Trevor Bedford’s comments on the mutation patterns of COVID-19 and how that impacts vaccine production are cited.
How long will the outbreak last? It depends on what we do now
Trevor Bedford is quoted on ideas to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic through social distancing and extensive testing.
The coronavirus testing paradox
Trevor Bedford’s tweets on suggested strategies to curb the COVID-19 pandemic are quoted, specifically on the need for increased testing and social distancing.
When will the coronavirus pandemic end? What scientists can say about life returning to normal
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran reinforced the need for COVID-19 testing to control the pandemic.
How the virus got out
Trevor Bedford and Dr. Elizabeth Halloran provided expertise for this interactive COVID-19 map, which overlays travel and migration data with epidemiological data.
How the coronavirus became an American catastrophe
The Atlantic described Trevor Bedford’s work in discovering COVID-19 had spread in Washington to his recommendations for slowing the pandemic.
The 9 most important unanswered questions about COVID-19
Trevor Bedford commented on U.S. COVID-19 infection rates, providing estimates between 10,000 – 40,000.
Study suggests COVID-19 might follow seasonal pattern
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran provides context to COVID-19 transmission rates and spread.
How genetic mapping is allowing scientists to track the spread of coronavirus
Trevor Bedford and Jesse Bloom gave context to how they used genomic analysis of COVID-19 to track its spread.
How long will Americans be fighting the coronavirus?
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran explained community transmission and how it can lead to an epidemic in reference to COVID-19.
The danger of a second wave
Trevor Bedford’s methods for stopping the COVID-19 outbreak are outlined, including isolating the infected, and having those who are recovered return to work.
Coronavirus sleuth outlines his ‘Apollo program’ for bringing down the pandemic
Trevor Bedford commented on a new modeling report, suggesting how social distancing measures and testing can stop the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mild cases may be driving coronavirus spread
WebMD discussed Dr. Elizabeth Halloran’s Science paper on COVID-19 modeling and preventative measures to limit transmission.
How South Korea scaled coronavirus testing while the U.S. fell dangerously behind
Trevor Bedford commented on the Ohio COVID-19 infection numbers, suggesting they are overestimated.
11 things everyone should know about getting the novel coronavirus
Vox mentioned Trevor Bedford’s estimates that there are around 20,000 COVID-19 cases across the U.S. to date.
Coronavirus is hiding in plain sight
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran, an infectious disease expert, provided commentary on the need for widespread COVID-19 testing.
Over 85% of COVID-19 infections in China went undetected early on
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran reinforced the importance of testing and social distancing to lower COVID-19 transmission.
'Invisible enemy'
Politico referenced Trevor Bedford’s estimate that there are between 10,000 – 40,000 U.S. COVID-19 cases.
Coronavirus: Infected people without symptoms are driving epidemic’s fast spread
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran stressed the importance of wide-spread testing to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Scott Gottlieb discusses coronavirus on 'Face the Nation' March 15, 2020
Trevor Bedford’s commented on COVID-19 infection rate estimates across the U.S. are considered.
How it spreads, infects: Coronavirus impact comes into focus
The Associated Press explored if reinfection is possible, referencing research on COVID-19 mutation rates from Fred Hutch.
Can people who recover from COVID-19 become reinfected?
Snopes referenced Fred Hutch research on mutation rates of COVID-19 in relation to the possibility of reinfection.
Seattle expert estimates 20,000 novel coronavirus infections in the U.S. now
Trevor Bedford’s estimates of U.S. COVID-19 infection rates are mentioned in light of new outbreaks.
Trump is banning travelers from the UK to combat coronavirus. Domestic travel restrictions could come next
Trevor Bedford’s research suggesting most new COVID-19 cases are due to community transmission rather than travel is highlighted.
Flu watchdog spots more with fever and cough, but it’s not flu
Trevor Bedford’s tweets on transmission chains leading to COVID-19 outbreaks across the U.S. are mentioned.
Mapping the social network of coronavirus
Betz Halloran commented on the power of data science and modeling to track COVID-19 and other viruses.
COVID-19 can’t spread if you stay home
A modeling study from Fred Hutch is cited on results suggesting Seattle two weeks ago was approximately in the position of Wuhan, China, on Jan. 1.
Efforts to control coronavirus could get even more extreme
Results from a preliminary paper indicating that social distancing is effective at lowering disease spread by Trevor Bedford and colleagues is mentioned.
Data sharing and open source software help combat COVID-19
Open data sharing and the use of Nextstrain by Trevor Bedford and colleagues to track COVID-19 is discussed.
How much is coronavirus spreading under the radar?
Trevor Bedford’s discovery of community transmission of COVID-19 in Washington is referenced.
Coronavirus is already here. Blocking travelers won’t prevent its spread.
Vox referenced Trevor Bedford’s analysis on the impact of travel bans to prevent COVID-19 spread.
Without ‘social distancing,’ 400 could die from coronavirus in Western Washington by April 7, study suggests
Results from a preliminary paper indicating that social distancing is effective at lowering disease spread by Trevor Bedford and colleagues is mentioned.
Local efforts are much more important than travel bans to stop the spread of infection
Dr. Elizabeth Halloran discussed her Science study showing how travel bans slowed but did not stop the spread of COVID-19.
Sports provide a refuge, but they blurred our vision on coronavirus
A study by Trevor Bedford and colleagues predicting infection rates is referenced in light of new social distancing measures.
Researcher says more coronavirus testing will help manage outbreak, but travel bans? Not so much
Trevor Bedford’s analysis on infection rates and the efficacy of travel bans to lower COVID-19 transmission is discussed.
Scientist links 2 state outbreaks with genetic fingerprints
Trevor Bedford explained his analysis of the transmission pathway of COVID-19 throughout Washington, likely beginning with one person.
Merkel gives Germans a hard truth about the coronavirus
Infectious disease expert Betz Halloran provided global infection rate estimates based on her research.
Please, listen to experts about the coronavirus. Then step up.
Trevor Bedford is referenced for his research suggesting a larger outbreak in Washington than testing has reflected.
AP source: Inslee to ban large gatherings in Seattle area
Trevor Bedford’s research with Seattle Flu Study is referenced as support for new social distancing measures.
“The nature of viruses is to mutate”: Mapping the spread of a deadly disease
Vanity Fair profiled Trevor Bedford and Nextstrain collaborators, referencing tracking COVID-19, genomic analysis and transmission rates.
How does one Seattle coronavirus patient turn into two six weeks later?
Massive Science delves into how COVID-19 spread without detection, referencing Trevor Bedford’s detailed genetic analysis of community transmission.
How to cope with Seattle’s coronavirus outbreak? Pretend that you’re snowed in
GeekWire discussed social distancing in light of Trevor Bedford’s COVID-19 transmission predictions.
Italy’s coronavirus crisis could be America’s
Trevor Bedford is quoted among other Nextstrain collaborators on their COVID-19 analysis, in light of Italy's outbreak.
Mutations can reveal how the coronavirus moves—but they’re easy to overinterpret
Trevor Bedford’s genetic analysis on the spread of COVID-19 into Italy and the spread across Washington State is considered.
Seattle’s patient zero spread coronavirus despite ebola-style lockdown
Bloomberg followed the Washington COVID-19 outbreak, including Trevor Bedford’s discovery of community transmission and subsequent genetic analysis of the spread.
Coronavirus mismanagement is risking American lives
Fred Hutch and Trevor Bedford’s modeling results suggesting undetected COVID-19 are cited in a commentary about COVID-19 spread.
Coronavirus: A disease that thrives on human error
Trevor Bedford is quoted on his research on missed transmission pathways of COVID-19.
The official coronavirus numbers are wrong, and everyone knows it
Trevor Bedford’s data indicating untracked COVID-19 spread in Washington State is referenced.
Study says travel restrictions can delay, but can’t defeat a global coronavirus outbreak
Biostatistician Elizabeth Halloran’s research on the role of travel restrictions in delaying COVID-19 spread is discussed.
Fred Hutch mandates remote working to curb COVID-19
FierceBiotech profiled Fred Hutch for COVID-19 remote work policies and for Trevor Bedford’s COVID-19 research.
Some good coronavirus news: genetic detectives are on the case
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford explained how researchers are using Nextstrain and genetic analysis techniques to track COVID-19 in real time.
Scientists say coronavirus mutations aren’t more deadly or contagious
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford discussed how he has been using Nextstrain to understand COVID-19 genetics and spread.
The race to unravel the United States’ biggest coronavirus outbreak
Seattle Flu Study is profiled, delving into Drs. Keith Jerome, Helen Chu and Trevor Bedford’s research on COVID19 genetic analysis and vaccine development.
Software and genetic sequencing track the coronavirus's path
Trevor Bedford’s research using the Nextstrain platform is explored, specifically its role in real time tracking of COVID-19.
Coronavirus in the US: Tracking cases and deaths
Trevor Bedford's research suggesting under detection of COVID-19 cases in Washington State is mentioned.
Exclusive: The strongest evidence yet that America is botching coronavirus testing
Virologist Dr. Keith Jerome’s COVID-19 testing kit is discussed, along with Trevor Bedford’s computational analysis of COVID-19 spread.
Fred Hutchinson Center initiates mandatory work-from-home policy as outbreak roils businesses, conferences
Fred Hutch’s work from home policy is mentioned, among other local organizations, as a response to the COVID-19 outbreak in Washington State.
In the age of coronavirus, our nation needs a responsible leader who trusts scientists
Trevor Bedford explains how a lack of testing allowed COVID-19 to spread undetected in Washington State.
Why Washington State? How did it start? Questions answered on the U.S. coronavirus outbreak
Trevor Bedford’s work on the spread and genetic variation of COVID-19 from China to the US is discussed.
The coronavirus is exposing another disease we need to cure, stat
A columnist referenced computational biologist Trevor Bedford and his blog content on COVID-19 projected spread and recommendations.
Response in China slowed outbreak of coronavirus — but experts caution against extreme measures in Seattle
Fred Hutch and computational biologist Trevor Bedford are referenced on the COVID-19 outbreak and preventative measures cities are taking to slow the spread of the virus.
Column: COVID-19 could kill the for-profit science publishing model. That would be a good thing
The rapid data sharing involved in Trevor Bedford’s work is discussed as an example of open science.
Washington State risks seeing explosion in coronavirus cases without dramatic action, new analysis says
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford explained his analysis on COVID-19 spread and provided recommendations for the greater Seattle area.
Authorities announce 2nd coronavirus death in US
Trevor Bedford, a computational biologist, is quoted on his COVID-19 genetic analysis.
Coronavirus may have spread in Washington state for weeks, according to study
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford and his research on the Washington COVID-19 outbreak is discussed.
New coronavirus cases in Western Washington are likely doubling every 6 days, Fred Hutch scientist says
Trevor Bedford, a computational biologist, provided expert commentary on the infection rates and genetic analysis of COVID-19.
Genetic analysis suggests coronavirus infections double every six days, spreading to hundreds
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford discussed his analysis providing COVID-19 infection estimates for Washington state
A dire phase of the coronavirus outbreak? ‘Boom’ of US cases ‘should be expected’ as global death toll tops 3,000
Trevor Bedford, a computational biologist, is quoted on the COVID-19 spread and genetic analysis.
Coronavirus may have spread in U.S. for weeks, gene sequencing suggests
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford is quoted on the COVID-19 outbreak in Seattle.
As testing quickly ramps up, expect more U.S. coronavirus cases
Trevor Bedford, a computational biologist, is mentioned in reference to COVID-19 genetic analysis and spread in Washington.
Scott Gottlieb “Face the Nation”
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford and Fred Hutch are mentioned in reference to the COVID-19 outbreak and genetic analysis.
No, the coronavirus was not genetically engineered in a Wuhan lab, expert says
Trevor Bedford, a computational biologist, provided expert commentary on the origins of COVID-19.
Here’s how computer models simulate the future spread of new coronavirus
Elizabeth Halloran, an infectious disease expert, discussed modeling and projections for COVID-19’s spread.
'We're opening everything': Scientists share coronavirus data in unprecedented way to contain, treat disease
Trevor Bedford, a computational biologist, shared his thoughts on how open data sharing has aided real-time tracking of COVID-19.
Mining coronavirus genomes for clues to the outbreak’s origins
Trevor Bedford, a computational biologist, discussed COVID-19 and his research on the virus’ genome.
Robot is helping to treat man with coronavirus in special isolation room at hospital north of Seattle
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford’s research on COVID-19 is mentioned in reference to a patient in Everett, Washington.
Containing new coronavirus may not be feasible, experts say, as they warn of possible sustained global spread
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford discussed projections for the spread of COVID-19.
Scientists race to find out how Wuhan victims became ill
Trevor Bedford, a computational biologist, provided expert commentary on COVID-19.
New virus paralyzes Chinese cities
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford discussed COVID-19.
Could China's new coronavirus become a global epidemic?
Trevor Bedford, a computational biologist, discussed his analysis of COVID-19 genomes.
China coronavirus: Six questions scientists are asking
Computational biologist Trevor Bedford provided expert commentary on COVID-19.
Fred Hutchinson is researching new cancer treatments in the cloud with AWS
Dr. Raphael Gottardo discussed how machine learning can help his work in immunotherapy research.
1st of its kind Seattle flu study aims to stop flu before it becomes pandemic
Fred Hutch Dr. Trevor Bedford comments on the value of the Seattle Flu Study.
1st of its kind Seattle flu study aims to stop flu before it becomes pandemic
Fred Hutch Dr. Trevor Bedford comments on the value of the Seattle Flu Study.
Got the flu? Seattle wants to swab your nose for a massive health data project
This story features the Seattle Flu Study, a new project from the Brotman Baty Institute which was co-founded by Seattle Children’s, UW Med and Fred Hutch. The study will look at 10,000 swabs to better understand how the flu spreads and how to prevent it. Fred Hutch’s Dr. Trevor Bedford is the lead data scientist for the study.
Got the flu? Seattle wants to swab your nose for a massive health data project
This story features the Seattle Flu Study, a new project from the Brotman Baty Institute which was co-founded by Seattle Children’s, UW Med and Fred Hutch. The study will look at 10,000 swabs to better understand how the flu spreads and how to prevent it. Fred Hutch’s Dr. Trevor Bedford is the lead data scientist for the study.
The smaller the city, the bigger the flu epidemic
Dr. Trevor Bedford comments on a study that suggests that people living in smaller cities are more likely to face an intense outbreaks of seasonal flu during flu season.
The smaller the city, the bigger the flu epidemic
Dr. Trevor Bedford comments on a study that suggests that people living in smaller cities are more likely to face an intense outbreaks of seasonal flu during flu season.
Fred Hutch researcher among scientists receiving new funding to map every cell in the body
The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative announced a new infusion of funding in support of scientists working on the Human Cell Atlas, including Fred Hutch researcher Raphael Gottardo, a member of the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Division and the Public Health Sciences Division. The project to map every cell in the human body is part of the $3 billion Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, the philanthropic organization of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan, according to GeekWire.
Fred Hutch researcher among scientists receiving new funding to map every cell in the body
The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative announced a new infusion of funding in support of scientists working on the Human Cell Atlas, including Fred Hutch researcher Raphael Gottardo, a member of the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Division and the Public Health Sciences Division. The project to map every cell in the human body is part of the $3 billion Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, the philanthropic organization of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan, according to GeekWire.
Open-source project uses genetic data from viruses to help scientists track outbreaks in real time
Coverage of Open Science Prize, awarded to Drs. Trevor Bedford and Richard Neher
Open-source project uses genetic data from viruses to help scientists track outbreaks in real time
Coverage of Open Science Prize, awarded to Drs. Trevor Bedford and Richard Neher
A new genetic tool maps how deadly viruses spread around the world in real time
Article explains a new genetic tool, Nexstrain, for which creators Drs. Trevor Bedford and Richard Neher were awarded the inaugural Open Science Prize by the National Institutes of Health, Wellcome Trust and Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Every year brings a new strain of flu. Here's how it all starts.
Video featuring a demonstration by Fred Hutch's Dr. Trevor Bedford on how the flu spreads
Every year brings a new strain of flu. Here's how it all starts.
Video featuring a demonstration by Fred Hutch's Dr. Trevor Bedford on how the flu spreads
Genome studies show how Ebola spread initially
Article quotes Dr. Trevor Bedford about his research
Genome studies show how Ebola spread initially
Article quotes Dr. Trevor Bedford about his research
Latest Ebola data rule out rapid mutation
Quotes Fred Hutch's Dr. Trevor Bedford, a viral geneticist
Latest Ebola data rule out rapid mutation
Quotes Fred Hutch's Dr. Trevor Bedford, a viral geneticist