Life Sciences & Biotechnology
Title : | Modified N95 Masks and Anti-Viral and Anti microbial gloves |
Area of research : | COVID-19 Research, Life Sciences & Biotechnology, Engineering Sciences |
Focus area : | Development of antimicrobial coated gloves and masks |
Principal Investigator : | Dr Vishnu Agarwal, Associate Professor, Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT), Allahabad |
Timeline Start Year : | 2020 |
Contact info : | vishnua@mnnit.ac.in |
Details
Outcome/Output: | N95 Masks - The proposed mask will be the first of its kind which shall have additional filters and fabric layers with better-sterilized air inhalation. The mask shall be designed in such a way that it shall be more compatible with persons suffering from COPD and for a long time wearing. Anti-Viral and Anti-microbial gloves- These single used coated gloves can provide an additional means of defense against the horizontal transmission of common hospital pathogens and play a vital role in controlling COVID 19. In addition, the coatings may also be used for other PPE. |
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