South African researcher helped find virus variant
Skip to main content HomeCoronavirusFactcheckPoliticsRace in AmericaVisual ExplainersNationWorldInvestigationsHealthEducationWeatherJust the FAQsElectionsA South African scientist suddenly found his PhD topic shift as the pandemic began. Sandile Cele began researching the coronavirus and was part of the team that identified the South African variant. (March 10)AP