Preparation of reference sources for calibration of surface contamination monitors using Nafion ion exchange membrane
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DOI: 10.1007/s10967-018-6259-5
Abstract: A method was set up to prepare reference sources for calibration of surface contamination monitors using Nafion HP membrane to fix the radioactive nuclides on aluminium backing material. By investigating the adsorption mechanism including kinetics… read more here.
Keywords: surface contamination; reference sources; surface; calibration surface ... See more keywords
Nanodiamond seeding on plasma-treated tantalum thin films and the role of surface contamination
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apsusc.2020.148016
Abstract: Abstract The surface of tantalum (Ta) thin films is exposed to different gas discharge plasmas (N2, O2, CF4) followed by an investigation of surface wetting properties and water-based colloidal seeding of ultra-dispersed nanodiamond (ND) particles.… read more here.
Keywords: surface contamination; tantalum thin; thin films; surface ... See more keywords
Air and surface contamination by SARS-CoV-2 virus in a tertiary hospital in Wuhan, China
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2020.07.027
Abstract: Abstract Background Few studies have explored the air and surface contamination by SARS-CoV-2 virus in healthcare settings. Methods We collected air and surface samples from the isolation wards and intensive care units designated for COVID-19… read more here.
Keywords: surface contamination; air; contamination; cov virus ... See more keywords
Spatial and Contamination-Dependent Electrical Properties of Carbon Nanotubes.
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DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.7b03390
Abstract: Two-point probe and Raman spectroscopy have been used to investigate the effects of vacuum annealing and argon bombardment on the conduction characteristics of multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs). Surface contamination has a large effect on the… read more here.
Keywords: surface contamination; spatial contamination; dependent electrical; carbon nanotubes ... See more keywords
Logistic growth of a surface contamination network and its role in disease spread
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-017-13840-z
Abstract: Surfaces and objects surround us, and touching them is integral to everyday life. Pathogen contaminated surfaces (fomites) are known to transmit diseases. However, little is known about the ways and speed at which surfaces become… read more here.
Keywords: surface contamination; network; contamination network; surface ... See more keywords
Aerosol and surface contamination of SARS-CoV-2 observed in quarantine and isolation care
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-69286-3
Abstract: The novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) originated in Wuhan, China in late 2019, and its resulting coronavirus disease, COVID-19, was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization on March 11, 2020.… read more here.
Keywords: surface contamination; sars cov; isolation; aerosol surface ... See more keywords
Decay pattern of SARS-CoV-2 RNA surface contamination in real residences
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-54445-7
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has provided valuable lessons that deserve deep thought to prepare for the future. The decay pattern of surface contamination by SARS-CoV-2 RNA in the residences of COVID-19 patients is important but still… read more here.
Keywords: sars cov; cov rna; decay pattern; surface contamination ... See more keywords
Environmental Surface Contamination With Monkeypox Virus in the Ambulatory Setting in Toronto, Canada
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofac648
Abstract: This article describes the results of environmental sampling in out-patient clinics where adults with human monkeypox were evaluated. Viral DNA was detected at low concentrations on high-touch surfaces. Hospital-grade cleaning wipes reduced environmental contamination, usually… read more here.
Keywords: contamination monkeypox; virus ambulatory; contamination; surface contamination ... See more keywords
Cytotoxic surface contamination in hospitals: Current practices, challenges and perspectives
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DOI: 10.1177/10781552241307905
Abstract: Objective Despite significant advances in cancer treatment with targeted therapies and immunotherapies, cytotoxic chemotherapies are still extensively used. Potential cytotoxic contamination in preparing and administrating cytotoxics is still a major source of concern. Besides advanced… read more here.
Keywords: hospitals current; contamination hospitals; cytotoxic surface; surface contamination ... See more keywords
Personal Protective Equipment Use and Surface Contamination With Antineoplastic Drugs: The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic.
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DOI: 10.1188/24.cjon.380-388
Abstract: BACKGROUND Surface contamination with antineoplastic drugs (ADs) is persistent. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is recommended to reduce exposure to ADs. OBJECTIVES This study explored the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on nurses'… read more here.
Keywords: oncology; covid pandemic; use; surface ... See more keywords
Sampling Methods and Risk Stratification Regarding Environmental Contamination by SARS-CoV-2.
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DOI: 10.20344/amp.16215
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Transmission of COVID-19 through close contact and droplets is well established, but the influence of aerosol and surface contamination remains to be determined. Literature is scarce and inconsistent about the viable virus particles free-distance… read more here.
Keywords: surface contamination; risk; environmental contamination; contamination ... See more keywords