Contact tracing is a non-pharmaceutical intervention (NPI) widely used in the control of the
COVID-19 pandemic. Its effectiveness may depend on a number of factors including the …

We point out an instantiation of Simpson's paradox in COVID-19 case fatality rates (cfr s):
comparing a large-scale study from China (February 17) with early reports from Italy (March …

COVID-19 has had a devastating impact worldwide, including in care homes where there
have been substantial numbers of cases among a very vulnerable population. A key …

Background The COVID-19 pandemic presents the possibility of future large-scale infectious
disease outbreaks. In response, we conducted a systematic review of COVID-19 pandemic …

There is growing evidence that SARS-CoV-2can be transmitted beyond close proximity
contacts, in particular in closed and crowded environments with in-sufficient ventilation. To …

Brain disorders are a leading cause of global disability. With the increasing global
proliferation of smart devices and connected objects, the use of these technologies applied …

The literary review presented in the following paper aims to analyze the tracking tools used
in different countries during the period of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tracking apps that have …

Dynamic technological progress is actively influencing the shape of modern education.
Inventions that are constantly appearing on the market are often adapted to the needs of …

The evolution of networking over recent years has enabled connected systems for society
via big data, Internet of Things, social media, and many more. Leveraging the now …

We present Silmarillion, a novel, inclusive system for digital contact tracing and epidemic
risk notification, which simultaneously provides utility as well as security. Silmarillion relies …