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Surface interactions and viability of coronaviruses.
Mehmet Onur Aydogdu1, Esra Altun1, Etelka Chung2
1Department of Mechanical Engineering, University College London (UCL), Torrington Place, London WC1E 7JE, UK.
Journal of the Royal Society, Interface
|January 6, 2021
Summary
This review examines coronavirus (COVID-19) viability on surfaces and disinfectant effectiveness. Understanding surface-virus interactions is key to preventing transmission and selecting appropriate cleaning agents.
Area of Science:
- Virology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by SARS-CoV-2, poses a significant global health threat.
- Rapid viral mutations and evolving spike proteins necessitate continuous strategies beyond vaccines.
- Controlling virus transmission is critical due to rising infection and mortality rates.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the viability of coronaviruses on inanimate surfaces under various conditions.
- To assess the efficacy of chemical disinfectants in deactivating coronaviruses.
- To inform material selection and cleaning procedures for effective COVID-19 transmission prevention.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on coronavirus surface viability.
- Analysis of research on chemical disinfectant efficacy against coronaviruses.
- Synthesis of data on surface-virus-cleaning agent interactions.
Main Results:
- Coronaviruses exhibit varying viability on different inanimate surfaces.
- Specific chemical disinfectants demonstrate effectiveness in deactivating coronaviruses.
- Understanding surface properties and disinfectant actions is crucial for prevention.
Conclusions:
- Effective prevention of COVID-19 transmission relies on informed material selection for high-contact surfaces.
- Appropriate cleaning and disinfection protocols are essential.
- Further research into surface-specific inactivation methods is warranted.
