Watching viruses fail

Surfaces with antiviral properties: Findings can be used to optimize facial masks

12-Dec-2022 - Using a new analytical method, Empa researchers have tracked viruses as they pass through face masks and compared their failure on the filter layers of different types of masks. The new method should now accelerate the development of surfaces that can kill viruses, the team writes in the journal ...

A rare feat: Material protects against both biological and chemical threats

Versatile fabric is effective against virus that causes COVID-19

12-Oct-2021 - A Northwestern University research team has developed a versatile composite fabric that can deactivate both biological threats, such as the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19, and chemical threats, such as those used in chemical warfare. A material that is effective against both classes of ...

COVID-19: Distancing and Masks are not Enough

Decades-old data is being used to describe the propagation of tiny droplets - Now a fluid dynamics team has developed new models

21-Oct-2020 - Wear a mask, keep your distance, avoid crowds - these are the common recommendations to contain the COVID-19 epidemic. However, the scientific foundations on which these recommendations are based are decades old and no longer reflect the current state of knowledge. To change this, several ...

Antiviral treatment for textiles

08-Apr-2020 - An ETH spin-​off has developed a new treatment for textiles that reduces viral infectivity on treated surfaces. The technology can be used for face masks and other textile products. Recently, the ETH spin-​off HeiQ Materials presented an innovative antiviral and antibacterial treatment for ...

analytica supporting program: Come be amazed by laboratory technology, analytics and biotechnology

26-Jan-2018 - From April 10 to 13, Munich is once again the meeting point of the laboratory industry: analytica, the leading international trade fair for laboratory technology, analytics and biotechnology, offers many highlights in the supporting program in addition to the exhibition and the top-class ...

analytica Vietnam 2017: More exhibitors and a strong supporting program

23-Feb-2017 - analytica Vietnam is being held for the fifth time this year, and interest among companies is stronger than ever. Compared to the last time the fair was held (2015), approximately 15 percent more exhibitors are expected. Exhibition space is up by the same amount. Besides the product highlights of ...

Recognizing and avoiding dangers in the laboratory

analytica special show

29-Feb-2016 - In many cases, even the slightest mistake can have devastating consequences. Dealing with hazardous materials in the laboratory calls for extreme caution. Visitors attending analytica (May 10–13, 2016, Messe München) can find out how laboratory employees should act and what protective measures ...

analytica 2014 to focus on food and plastics analysis, genetic analysis and bioanalysis

27-Jan-2014 - A first-rate and exciting program of events awaits visitors at the 24th analytica in Munich. From April 1 – 4, the International Trade Fair for Laboratory Technology, Analysis and Biotechnology will once again be a center for key players in science and industry. More than 1,100 exhibitors will ...

Merck Publishes Corporate Responsibility Report 2011

Merck is again included in the “FTSE4Good” responsible investment index

11-Apr-2011 - What areas of sustainable development is Merck KGaA focusing on? Where is the company taking on responsibility for products, the environment, employees and society? What sustainability goals has the pharmaceutical, chemical and life science company set itself for the coming years? Answers to ...