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IIT-H tech can kill germs in 60 seconds

The research team developed the ‘DuroKea Technologies’ using an adhesive nano-formulation to combat the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

Published: 17th April 2021 04:05 AM  |   Last Updated: 17th April 2021 09:37 AM   |  A+A A-

By Express News Service

HYDERABAD: Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology-Hyderabad (IIT-H) have developed a range of hygiene products that can kill germs within 60 seconds while providing long-lasting protection up to 35 days.The research team developed the ‘DuroKea Technologies’ using an adhesive nano-formulation to combat the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The product was e-launched on Friday by the Union Minister of Education, Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’, in the presence of BVR Mohan Reddy, Chairman, Board of Governors, IIT-H, Prof M Srinivas, Founder and Dean, ESIC Medical College, Hyderabad.

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