Mary Beth Gallagher

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This figure shows the model prediction of the infected case count for the United States following its current model with quarantine control and the exponential explosion in the infected case count if the quarantine measures were relaxed. On the other hand, switching to stronger quarantine measures as implemented in Wuhan, Italy, and South Korea might lead to a plateau in the infected case count sooner. Courtesy: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

AI and Machine Learning

Machine learning model quantifies quarantine measures on COVID-19’s spread

Graduate student Zach Fredin operates the Zund large-format cutter in MIT’s Center for Bit and Atoms. The machine was used to make prototypes of the face shield. Courtesy: Center for Bits and Atoms, MIT

University initiates mass manufacture of disposable face shields for COVID-19 response