Neuropathogens and Nasal Cleansing: Use of Clay Montmorillonite Coupled with Activated Carbon for Effective Eradication of Pathogenic Microbes from Water Supplies.
ACS Chem Neurosci
; 11(18): 2786-2788, 2020 09 16.
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in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-765996
ABSTRACT
Herein, we propose the use of novel adsorbents, namely micelle clay complexes comprising the clay montmorillonite, coupled with activated carbon for effective eradication of neuropathogenic microbes such as SARS-CoV-2 and Naegleria fowleri from water supplies for ablution/nasal irrigation. These can be incorporated easily to water collection devices, i.e., taps and water bottles, in the domestic setting. These filters are low cost, easy to install, and ideal disinfection systems. Such strategies are particularly useful for communities who have lack of access to safe water supplies, rely heavily on water storage tanks, or lack adequate water sanitation facilities, especially in developing countries.
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Main subject:
Pneumonia, Viral
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Coronavirus Infections
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Water Purification
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Pandemics
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Filtration
Type of study:
Experimental Studies
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
ACS Chem Neurosci
Year:
2020
Document Type:
Article
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