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NSF rapid grants awarded to coronavirus response projects

Nine Harvard researchers have received nearly $1 million in fast-tracked funds from the National Science Foundation for seven coronavirus research projects focused on aspects of the pandemic ranging from the virus’ effects on the economy to studying social distancing using social media platforms. The funds come from the NSF’s Rapid Response Research (RAPID) mechanism.