Crab shells could protect healthcare workers from coronavirus September 7, 2020 - 11:57 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Crab shells could be used to protect healthcare workers from coronavirus by killing germs on medical equipment, Welsh scientists have said, according to the BBC. It is hoped a coating which has long-lasting "virus destroying" properties could be made from chitosan, a chemical naturally found in the shells. It is being developed in north Wales by the firm Pennotec and chemists at Bangor University. They hope it can used on protective equipment to halt virus spread. The Gwynedd-based company, working with Bangor University's BioComposites Centre, has modified chitosan found in lobster and crab shells to make the anti-virus product. They now hope to create a coating which can be applied to medical equipment, and masks and gowns worn by NHS staff, which will kill any virus coming into contact with it. Once the chitosan-based coatings have been developed, their effectiveness against viruses, particularly coronaviruses, will be tested in the laboratory.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
