The SARS-CoV-2 global pandemic has highlighted the risk of nosocomial infections of airborne viruses to patient populations around the world. Increased use of mechanical ventilation and portable air cleaners (PACs) have been suggested as methods to mitigate this risk, but the introduction of new air flows to indoor areas can have complex and potentially unforeseen… Continue reading The influence of mechanical #ventilation and portable air cleaners upon aerosol spread in a hospital outpatients clinic
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Viruses Beyond the Villains: The Incredible World of Beneficial Viruses
Scientists have estimated the presence of a staggering 10 nonillion (10^31) viruses on our planet, a number that surpasses stars in the universe by a factor of 100 million. While viruses are often synonymous with illness and harm, their immense diversity hints at a much more complex narrative. Yes, viruses possess the extraordinary capability to… Continue reading Viruses Beyond the Villains: The Incredible World of Beneficial Viruses
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