ArticleJournal of applied microbiology2021
Inactivation of Bacillus anthracis and Bacillus atrophaeus spores on different surfaces with ultraviolet light produced with a low-pressure mercury vapor lamp or light emitting diodes.
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- The potential to manage releases of Bacillus anthracis using bioretention and a high flow media filter: Results of simulated runoff testing with tracer spores Bacillus globigii.Journal of environmental management · 2024Article
- Evaluating the impact of ultraviolet C exposure conditions on coliphage MS2 inactivation on surfaces.Letters in applied microbiology · 2022Article
- A Comprehensive Analysis of the UVC LEDs' Applications and Decontamination Capability.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2022Review
- Effectiveness of calcium hypochlorite, quaternary ammonium compounds, and sodium hypochlorite in eliminating vegetative cells and spores ofJournal of veterinary science · 2021Article
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Abstract
aimsTo obtain quantitative efficacy data of two ultraviolet light (UVC) technologies for surface inactivation of Bacillus anthracis Ames and Bacillus atrophaeus spores. METHODS AND
resultsSpores were deposited onto test coupons and controls of four different materials, via liquid suspension or aerosol deposition. The test coupons were then exposed to UVC light from either a low-pressure mercury vapor lamp or a system comprised of light emitting diodes, with a range of dosages. Positive controls were held at ambient conditions and not exposed to UVC light. Following exposure to UVC, spores were recovered from the coupons and efficacy was quantified in terms of log
conclusionsDecontamination efficacy varied by material and UVC dosage (efficacy up to 5·7 LR was demonstrated). There was no statistical difference in efficacy between the two species or between inoculation methods. Efficacy improved for the LED lamp at lower relative humidity, but this effect was not observed with the mercury vapor lamp. SIGNIFICANCE AND IMPACT OF THE STUDY: This study will be useful in determining whether UVC could be used for the inactivation of B. anthracis spores on different surface types.
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