New “Wipes” For Better Decontamination Of Chemical Warfare Agents And Toxic Chemicals

Scientists in Texas, California, and Maryland are reporting development of high-tech “wipes” that are capable of quickly decontaminating people and equipment exposed to a broad range of military and industrial chemicals, including the deadly blister agent known as “mustard.” The next generation wipes, which are a major step toward a universal personal decontamination system for nearly any toxic or hazardous chemical, could help save the lives of soldiers and civilians.

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Filed under: Biology on December 5th, 2008