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Exploiting Zeta potential of air borne pathogenic bacteria for effective air decontamination

2025-02-12 infectious diseases Title + abstract only
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BackgroundAirborne microorganisms contribute significantly to hospital-associated infections (HAIs), particularly causing respiratory tract infections (RTIs). Multi-drug resistant (MDR) airborne pathogens pose a global clinical threat, challenging existing air decontamination technologies. While current methods effectively trap microbes, they often lack microbicidal properties. Exploitation of Zeta potential of microbes which are naturally charged could be a potential strategy for air decontamin...

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