Kenyan Doctor Develops an Antiviral Surgical Mask Using Nanotechnology
Kenyan medic Dr. Joseph Nderitu has invented an antiviral surgical mask using nanotechnology.
Nderitu, who is attached to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), says the mask kills viruses and bacteria that come in contact with it.
Speaking during an interview with Nation, the scientist said the invention was inspired by the flooding of substandard facemasks following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in Kenya and other parts of the world in 2020.
Nderitu noted that the regular surgical masks being sold in Kenya are just mechanical barriers that only filter microbes.
"Those (microbes) that are filtered remain on the surface of the masks, and because the mask is just a physical barrier, there’s nothing to kill the bacteria or viruses on the surface.”
“As a result, the bacteria accumulate and become a hazard to the user of the mask and others," said Nderitu, adding that the invention is based on nano mask technology.
Nderitu explained that a woven fabric is used to make the mask such that it can be washed multiple times without losing its antimicrobial qualities. The fabric is treated with nanoproducts and is woven from scratch.
He partnered with Nakuru-based Bedi Investments that deals in textiles in developing an antimicrobial fabric used to make the masks.
The National Microbiology Reference Laboratory tested and approve the masks for use. Tests conducted to verify the antimicrobial potency of the fabric showed that there was no bacterial growth.
The protective mask is trading as Tiira Nano
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I doubt that is true
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I doubt that is true
If Iam not wrong antiviral…
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If Iam not wrong antiviral masks are not new.Iam not sure how different the ones the good doctor invented are compared to those already on the market.That aside, the point I wanted to make is that people should strictly abide by rules set forth in prevention of covid19 Spread. We should all play our part,and that is observe social distancing, wash hands, eat well( meaning foods that rave up your immune system,and get tested.
We need more of these kind of inventions.Yes doing our own thing.And if we perfect it,we commercialize it internationally. Can you imagine visiting some foreign country and seeing an advert for a product made in Kenya?
Patent it soon.
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Patent it soon.
MuKenya should watch Wambui…
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MuKenya should watch Wambui wa Mwangi’s YOUTUBE story of Mumbi Kibathi.Mumbi invested in Njoguini-near PCEA INSTITUTE-nine miles from Misri,Limuru,Haven Kenya as advised by MuKenya but right now she needs his help to SAVE her life.I advised her to take the next flight to US as the ghost govt in Kenya won’t protect her.
Congratulations Dr Nderitu
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Congratulations Dr Nderitu
Great work. But, this is not…
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Great work.
But, this is not new technology.
We buy our AC FILTERS THAT KILLS VIRUSES, and all.
GOODLUCK brother. Hopefully this isn't another HUSTLER'S game.
Rise Dokotela Rise. Like you…
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Rise Dokotela Rise.
Like you said no one will believe it's from Kenya-Africa. Well their loss really, anyone who present day, still scoffs at Africa's abilities, needs to seriously recheck their view of REALITY.
PS the good Dr explained, woven into atomic bonds etc... See Doc that's where you lost us. Africans don't speak like that
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