XCMR Presents Breakthrough Research at ICULTA 2023

XCMR’s principal scientist of photobiology, Dr. Karl G. Linden, presented pioneering research on UV LED-based personal protective equipment (PPE) for pathogen inactivation at ICULTA 2023.

The presentation highlighted the Symmetrical Flow Decontamination™ mask, which uses UV-C LEDs to inactivate over 95% of airborne viruses and bacteria in real-time.

XCMR’s innovative PPE solutions are setting new standards in biodefense and public health by combining advanced UV-C technology with energy-efficient designs.

Overview

Dr. Karl G. Linden presented innovative research on UV LED technology at the International Conference on UV LED Technologies & Applications (ICULTA 2023), showcasing advancements in personal protective equipment (PPE) for biodefense. Dr. Linden, representing multiple contributors from XCMR and its partners, highlighted the company’s latest developments in UV-based devices aimed at inactivating airborne pathogens, offering real-time protection against biothreats.

Presentation Highlights

LED-Powered Protective Equipment: The Future of Safe Breathing

Presenter: Dr. Karl G. Linden, Principal Scientist, Photobiology, XCMR

Dr. Linden’s presentation featured XCMR’s Symmetrical Flow Decontamination™ (SFD) mask, a groundbreaking UV-C LED-embedded device designed to protect against airborne pathogens. The SFD mask prototype, developed with contributions from XCMR team members, uses dual chambers with UV-C LEDs to continuously inactivate microbes during both inhalation and exhalation, providing over 95% inactivation of viruses and bacteria. The mask also incorporates reflective materials and a microprocessor to balance energy efficiency and respiratory function.

For more information, read XCMR’s 2023 ICULTA abstract and the 2023 ICULTA presentation.