News tagged with plasma treatment

A zap of cold plasma reduces harmful bacteria on raw chicken

A new study by food safety researchers at Drexel University demonstrates that plasma can be an effective method for killing pathogens on uncooked poultry. The proof-of-concept study was published in the January issue of the ...

Chemistry / Other

created Feb 02, 2012 | popularity 4.7 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Plasma treatment zaps viruses before they can attack cells

Researchers test a pre-emptive anti-viral treatment on a common virus known to cause respiratory infections.

Physics / Plasma Physics

created Dec 16, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Keeping soft fruit 'fur-free' for longer

A new way of improving the shelf life of soft fruit like strawberries and raspberries is being pioneered by researchers at the University of Nottingham.Millions of tons of soft fruit go to waste each year through mold developing ...

Biology / Cell & Microbiology

created Mar 03, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

10-minute plasma treatment improves organic memory performance

In its current early stage of development, digital memory circuits that use organic elements instead of silicon or other inorganic materials have a seemingly endless list of variables and options to consider, test, and optimize. ...

Physics / Plasma Physics

created Oct 19, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Plasma is the new green: Ionized gas improves treatment of PET fibers

(PhysOrg.com) -- A more environmentally friendly process to treat textile fibers that are used in garments, carpets, curtains, and other applications has recently been reported by researchers from the University of Torino ...

Chemistry / Materials Science

created Mar 09, 2010 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (3) | comments 0 | with audio podcast