Portugal has created a mask that neutralizes coronavirus

Scientists from the Institute of Molecular Medicine in Lisbon announced the invention of a mask that not only protects against coronavirus, but also neutralizes a harmful virus that has hit its surface, according to the Spanish edition of La Razon.

As explained by the representative of the institute João Lobo Antunes, the mask was the result of the joint work of Portuguese scientists. The positive effect is achieved thanks to several waterproof layers that make up the invention, and a special innovative fabric with a special coating.

Scientists studied the properties of the mask by immersing it in a solution containing coronavirus molecules, said virologist Pedro Simash. So they found out that 99% of the molecules that hit the surface lose their properties after an hour.

“The mask has an innovative coating that neutralizes the SARS-CoV-2 virus when it comes into contact with tissue. The effect persists even after the fabric has been washed 50 times”, – the institute said.

According to Portuguese media reports, 263 new cases of coronavirus were detected in Portugal over the past 24 hours, four people (aged 70 to 80) have died. Most of the new infections were recorded in the Lisbon area. At the same time, the authorities indicate that the number of hospitalized people throughout the country is decreasing and now amounts to 460 people.