13) Superabsorbent material Flashcards
1
Q
Who has developed this superabsorbent material ?
A
Scientists at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST)
2
Q
Why ?
A
For liquid respiratory and other body fluid solidification and disinfection for the safe management of infected respiratory secretions
3
Q
Name of this material ?
A
AcryloSorb
4
Q
Application ?
A
It minimizes the risk for the hospital staff, the need for personnel for disinfecting and cleaning the bottles for reusing them and makes the disposal safer and easier
