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Viral Preservation with Protein-Supplemented Nebulizing Media in Aerosols

Journal Article · · Applied and Environmental Microbiology
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1128/aem.01545-22· OSTI ID:1959268

We have identified common and inexpensive lab reagents that confer increased aerosol survivability on phi6 and other phages. Our results suggest that soluble protein is a key protective component in nebulizing medium.

Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
OSTI ID:
1959268
Alternate ID(s):
OSTI ID: 2311709
Journal Information:
Applied and Environmental Microbiology, Journal Name: Applied and Environmental Microbiology Journal Issue: 3 Vol. 89; ISSN 0099-2240
Publisher:
American Society for MicrobiologyCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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