MASK 1 (IMAGE) Rice University Caption A silicone harness developed at Rice University, attached with an adhesive to a standard surgical mask, greatly improved the mask’s ability to keep airborne droplets out. Credit Robinson Lab/Rice University Usage Restrictions None License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.