Research
We propose a comprehensive study of the interaction of viral particles with materials on their nanostructure and infectivity using force microscopy, biochemical tests, theoretical calculations and simulations. We will focus on three respiratory viruses (human adenovirus, influenza virus and coronavirus) and a series of model materials with diverse electrical charge, hydrophobicity, and catalytic properties.
Our objective is to take advantage of the effect of materials on viruses to control their expansion by developing appropriate methodologies to use them for prophylactic purposes.
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The results will allow us to design health materials with virucidal activity, with obvious applications in the current pandemic scenario or in future situations caused by other circulating or emerging viruses.
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