Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology said they have developed an anti-virus layer that can provide "significant" protection for 90 days from bacteria and viruses such as corona causing Covid-19 disease.
The researchers at the university say that the development of this layer, which is called "Map-1" took ten years and that it can be sprayed on surfaces that people use repeatedly such as elevator buttons and stairs barriers.
"These places are being repeatedly touched and at the same time are a very effective medium for transmitting the disease," said Joseph Cowan, associate professor at the university and a senior researcher on the team that developed the product.
The layer formed after spraying the substance includes millions of nano-capsules that are measured in nano and contain antiseptics that Kwan says remains effective in killing bacteria, viruses, and germs even after the layer dries up. Quan explained that, unlike disinfection methods such as bleach and diluted alcohol, the Mapp-1 has been strengthened to envelop and release disinfectants when humans come into contact with them. The researchers confirm that the layer is not toxic and is safe for the skin and the environment.
In February, the producer obtained approval for consumption by official agencies and citizens, and will arrive at store shelves in Hong Kong next month. With help from a local charity, the non-toxic class has already been sprayed into the homes of more than a thousand low-income families in the city.
As of yesterday, Hong Kong had not recorded any new cases of the virus, leaving the total number of 1038 cases and 4 deaths.

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