Cutting-Edge Air Monitor Instantly Identifies COVID-19, Flu, RSV, and More
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have developed a proof-of-concept air quality monitor that can detect live SARS-CoV-2 virus in indoor environments in real-time. The monitor uses a biosensor made with nanobodies and operates based on wet cyclone technology. It can provide results within 5 minutes and has the potential to detect other respiratory viruses such as flu and RSV. The device could be used in hospitals, schools, and public places to enhance safety measures and monitor the presence of viruses in the air.