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Featured image: A laser treats the surface of copper, giving it a texture that would allow the metal to instantly kill bacteria. (Purdue University/Erin Easterling)

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Pathogens Perish on Laser-Treated Metal

May 11, 2020May 11, 2020 Science Connectedantimicrobial, bacteria, copper, lasers, materials engineering, pathogens

Pathogens in bacteria could be eliminated on contact, according to a new study using the antimicrobial properties of copper and laser technology.