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In these auger plates an innovation was born that has the potential to save lives.
As scientists we want to develop protective clothing for the whole society.
Doctor Ning Liu received her PHD from UC Davis in March of 2011. After conducting key research
with Professor Gang Sun, in the creation of a compound that can cause cotton to break
down toxins and bacteria when exposed to light.
This is the bacterial solution treated with normal cotton fabric without dye, and this
is the one with the dye
When applied to clothing, the dye wouldn't affect the feel or the color. It's a breakthrough
they say can help professionals who face risks we often can't see.
We know the hospitals, healthcare workers are having high risks of exposure to different
disease.
Aside from healthcare, these scientists say it could also benefit those who work in food
processing and in farming. Doctor Mark Schenker, Director of the Western Center for Agricultural
Health and Safety says he's cautiously optimistic.
It's an exciting idea that has a very real potential to reduce exposure to toxins in
agricultural workers,but there are practical issues that need to be addressed.
Issues like cost, distribution, and ensuring that the compound is safe. Those working on
this project say the research is ongoing, but their goals are firm. To help professionals
do their jobs safely and maybe to see their product on store shelves someday soon.
In Davis, Kristin Simoes, for Newswatch.