FILTER 2 (IMAGE)

Rice University

FILTER 2

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The self-sterilizing laser-induced graphene air filters created at Rice University show potential for use in hospitals. The filters trap airborne bacteria and other pathogens and then eliminate them through Joule heating of the conductive material.

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Tour Group/Rice University

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