Staying compliant: how lab scrubs meet industry regulations and standards
20 October, 2023Australian companies involved in any lab work have to see to it that their lab scrubs meet industry standards and regulations to be considered safe, foolproof and effective.
Shocking truths: tips for lab technicians to handle electrical hazards
12 September, 2023This article discusses some of the most well-known electrical hazards lab technicians face, as well as how they can handle electrical accidents safely and responsibly.
Choosing the right PPE for scientists and other lab personnel
05 September, 2023 by Nick Warrick*How can employers ensure their workers have everything they need to protect their health and wellbeing? Here is what you need to look out for.
Safetyware Cryogenic Gloves
28 August, 2023Safetyware's Cryogenic Gloves enable users to protect their hands and arms when working in hazardous and ultra-cold environments.
3D printing helps customise N95 respirators for a better fit
28 June, 2023Medical experts have developed a low-cost way to customise N95 filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs) for health workers working on the frontline of the pandemic.
Face masks can be 'recharged'
08 May, 2023By using a special circuit and a conductive plate, a large and uniform voltage distribution recharges the mask in about one minute.
Nasal spray provides effective COVID-19 protection
03 April, 2023A newly developed molecule affords effective protection against coronavirus infection when sprayed into the nose, even after a few hours of exposure.
Smart mask tracks respiratory sounds for disease identification
01 February, 2023The smart mask utilises a high-sensitivity, wide-bandwidth flexible sensor that can detect and record daily human respiratory activity, such as breathing, coughing and speaking.
Safer Labs for SPREE
01 December, 2022To maintain its benchmark in photovoltaic and renewable energy research, UNSW's School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering required a Life Safety System (LSS) upgrade.
Bioelectronic face mask detects respiratory viruses in minutes
05 October, 2022Scientists have created a face mask that can detect common respiratory viruses, including influenza and SARS-CoV-2, in the air in droplets or aerosols.
Self-sterilising plastic film kills viruses using room light
15 September, 2022The film is coated with a thin layer of particles that absorb UV light and produce reactive oxygen species (ROS). These kill viruses, including SARS-CoV-2.
Moisture-trapping film reduces heat stress in protective suits
04 April, 2022The super-hygroscopic material enhances sweat evaporation within a personal protective suit, to create a cooling effect for better thermal comfort.
Face masks help prevent virus spread, but cloth is inferior
08 March, 2022Researchers have developed a new theoretical model to better assess the risks of spreading viruses such as COVID-19 — with and without a face mask.
CSIRO warns against spraying face masks with sanitiser
01 March, 2022With face masks remaining a regular feature for most Australians, there may be a temptation to extend a mask's life by spraying it with sanitiser between uses.
'Smart' face mask knows when CO2 limits are exceeded
09 February, 2022The FFP2 face mask notifies the user via their smartphone when the permitted carbon dioxide (CO2) limits inside the mask are exceeded.
