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1 April 2007
Researchers at the North Carolina State University (NCSU), USA, have developed a nano-coated fabric that kills or inactivates most viruses and bacteria. The key is a photo-catalyst (light-activated chemical) that can be applied to almost any fabric, the inventors say. When exposed to visible light, there is a chemical reaction and the fabric has been shown to kill 99.9% of influenza viruses and 99.99% of the vaccinia virus, which causes rashes, fever, head and body aches.