Believe / Invest (LT) In the Tech5 Sep 2021 18:54
The smaller the better
At the nano-scale, copper particles interact easily with bacterial membranes and the integrity of the bacterial cell membranes changes noticeably causing bacterial cell death.
Where surfaces have to be smooth (e.g. tables, walls or display screens) - such as in the cleanroom setting - nano-copper incorporated into a coating is an ideal solution; regular copper particles can result in an uneven, rough finish, providing a perfect surface for microorganisms to adhere to. Additionally, nano-copper has no impact on standard surface functionalities such as abrasion resistance, durability and liquid repellence. In fact, they can be optimised even further by creating different, more complex nanostructures that yield additional benefits. Furthermore, by mixing nanomaterials together, multiple benefits can be accomplished in the same coating.
Nanotechnology tools to inactivate SARS-CoV-2 in patients could also be explored. In this case, nanomaterials could be used to deliver drugs to the pulmonary system to inhibit interaction between angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) receptors and viral S protein. Moreover, the concept of “nanoimmunity by design” can help us to design materials for immune modulation, either stimulating or suppressing the immune response, which would find applications in the context of vaccine development for SARS-CoV-2 or in counteracting the cytokine storm, respectively. In addition to disease prevention and therapeutic potential, nanotechnology has important roles in diagnostics, with potential to support the development of simple, fast, and cost-effective nanotechnology-based assays to monitor the presence of SARS-CoV-2 and related biomarkers. In summary, nanotechnology is critical in counteracting COVID-19 and will be vital when preparing for future pandemics.
NB Bacteria - as well as Virus ..
There will be future pandemics - (100% guaranteed) unlike the performance of the old RMS / NNN marketing department - to date.
I suspect - this is all about to change.
Critical few RNS's - inbound IMO. Hold Tight :)
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