Human Coronaviruses Do Not Transfer Efficiently between Surfaces in the Absence of Organic Materials
Human coronaviruses, including SARS-CoV-2, are known to spread mainly via close contact and respiratory droplets. However, other potential means of transmission may be present. Fomite-mediated transmission occurs when viruses are deposited onto a surface and then transfer to a subsequent individual....
Main Authors: | Matthew Dallner, Jennifer Harlow, Neda Nasheri |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-07-01
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Series: | Viruses |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4915/13/7/1352 |
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