COVID-19 Cough Clouds in Closed Spaces
WASHINGTON, October 20, 2020 — As the coronavirus has affected more than 30 million people globally, researchers have increasingly focused on the extent to which airborne respiratory […]
Keeping COVID-19 Out of Classrooms: Open Windows, Use Glass Screens In Front of Desks
WASHINGTON, October 20, 2020 — As the COVID-19 virus continues to spread around the globe, studying aerosol and droplet transport within different environments can help establish effective, […]
Evolution of Pine Needles Helps Trees Cope with Rainfall Impact
WASHINGTON, September 29, 2020 — If you have ever hiked in the woods and been surrounded by the sight and smell of pine trees, you may have […]
Evaporation Critical to Coronavirus Transmission as Weather Changes
WASHINGTON, September 22, 2020 — As COVID-19 cases continue to rise worldwide, it is increasingly urgent to understand how climate impacts the continued spread of the coronavirus, […]
Fish, Seaweed Inspire Slippery Surfaces for Ships
WASHINGTON, September 15, 2020 — Long-distance cargo ships lose a significant amount of energy due to fluid friction. Looking to the drag reduction mechanisms employed by aquatic […]
Recharging N95 Masks for Continued Usage
WASHINGTON, September 8, 2020 — N95 masks are a critical part of the personal protective equipment used by front-line health care workers. These masks achieve 95% efficiency […]
Face Shields, Masks with Valves Ineffective Against COVID-19 Spread
WASHINGTON, September 1, 2020 — As countries around the world experience a steep surge in COVID-19 infections, face masks have become increasingly accepted as an effective means […]
Effectiveness of Cloth Masks Depends on Type of Covering
WASHINGTON, August 25, 2020 — Months into the COVID-19 pandemic, wearing a mask while out in public has become the recommended practice. However, many still question the […]
Polymers Prevent Potentially Hazardous Mist During Dentist Visit
WASHINGTON, August 25, 2020 — Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago couldn’t stop thinking about the spinning, vibrating tools in a dentist’s office that turn […]