Research into High-Frequency Ultrasound Inactivation of Bacterial Spores
Defence Science and Technology Laboratory · Awarded contract
AwardedResearch into High-Frequency Ultrasound Inactivation of Bacterial Spores
Awarded 17 Oct 2021
Awarded17 Oct 2021
Value£115,589.40
SupplierTDA Research Inc
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 4y 7mo ago5mo term
Awarded 17 Oct 2021Expired 30 Mar 2022
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Defence Science and Technology Laboratory awarded a contract to TDA Research Inc for research into through-barrier inactivation of bacterial spores using ultrasonic transducers operating at higher frequencies than previously used.
The work aims to exploit the destructive effects of mechanical resonance offered by these higher frequency transducers, in addition to cavitation.
The contract value is AUD 115,589.4.
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