Synergistic air disinfection by far-UVC and negative air ions in a portable device

Key Points

• Disinfection effectiveness is increased through the combination of far-UVC and negative air ions, resulting in significant pathogen reduction.
• Inactivation rates reached over 90% for various microbes, indicating strong antimicrobial properties of the technology.
• Portable device assessment included measurements of air quality and microbial counts across multiple trials over several days.
• This study highlights the potential for improved air purification solutions in indoor environments, though further in-field evaluation is needed.