Antimicrobial surface coating kills coronavirus for 90-150 days - study

 There are specially formulated antimicrobial coatings that can keep surfaces clear of a human coronavirus for up to 150 days with just one application, suggesting a new line of defense against COVID-19.

The paper by researchers at the University of Arizona (UA), which has not yet been peer-reviewed, found that the amount of virus on coated surfaces reduced by 90 percent in 30 minutes and by 99.9 percent in two hours. Charles Gerba, a microbiologist at UA who was the study's senior author, told AFP the technology was "the next advancement in infection control." "I think it's mostly important for high-use surfaces like subways and buses because you could disinfect them but then the next people that come in there will re-contaminate the surfaces," he said. "It's not a substitute for regular cleaning and disinfecting, but it covers you in between regular disinfecting and cleaning."

The UA team tested a coating specifically designed to act against viruses that were developed by the company Allied BioScience, which also funded their study.

The researchers carried out their testing on human coronavirus 229E, which is similar in structure and genetics to SARS-CoV-2 but causes only mild cold symptoms and was, therefore, safer to use. The coating works by "denaturing" the virus' proteins -- effectively twisting them out of shape -- and attacking its protective layer of fat.

The colorless substance is sprayed on surfaces and has to be reapplied every three to four months. The technology behind so-called self-disinfecting coatings has been around for almost a decade and has previously been used in hospitals to fight against the spread of infection, including antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

A 2019 paper by UA researchers found that coatings reduced hospital-acquired infections by 36 percent.

Gerba said that as a university professor, he and colleagues had been discussing ways to make their environment safer for students when they return from lockdowns, and antimicrobial coatings on door handles and tabletops would be useful.

"There's a lot of them being developed right now, but hopefully when we start opening everything, they'll be ready." – Source: Agency France-Presse

As a child, I used to love making soap bubbles every time I washed my hands. But that was then. Now, I just wash my hands to save my life. Even though this pandemic came as a rude shock to all of us, it did reveal our widespread disregard for hygiene and cleanliness. But given the circumstances, no amount of cleaning and sanitization seems enough. There's a constant fear of contracting the virus, and my OCD is out of control.

Thankfully, we can all breathe now, because of the antimicrobial coating for Absorbent and Non-Absorbent surfaces, called NanoEL Surface Solution 365, which claims to give us 99.99% protection. And not just that. The coating also promises to not let any germs, bacteria, molds, fungus, or viruses grow for 90-150 days!

The coating creates spikes that can destroy the membrane of any microorganism and has been certified by EUROVIR, CBA & Dermatest. The best part is, it creates an equally effective coating on all surfaces including porous ones such as fabric, leather, etc. And guess what? It's odorless and doesn't even leave any spots. Isn't that great?

So whether it's our cars and bikes, furniture, computers, writing table or your electrical appliances, you name it, and it can be done. We can finally breathe a sigh of relief because our surroundings and belongings will be clean and virus-free for 3-5 months. Wow, that feels like such a blessing! 

 With each NanoEL Surface Solution 365 coating treatment, a Relative Light Unit swab test can be conducted to detect the contamination level. We can avail of the services anywhere and at any time with a no-obligation consultation. You can simply visit my website for more information. 

It's such a relief to know that we can now fight this pandemic and ensure our safety, more efficiently with NanoEL Surface Solution 365 Antimicrobial Coating. It's time to beat the virus and own 2020 after all.