Innovative chemical strategies to help Nova Scotian pulp mills explore ways to transition into the production of medical-grade pulp for N95 respirator production [Funder: Research Nova Scotia]
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Key facts
Disease
COVID-19Start & end year
N/AFunder
Other Funders (Canada)Principal Investigator
Dr Christa Brosseau Christa BrosseauResearch Location
CanadaLead Research Institution
Saint Mary's UniversityResearch Priority Alignment
N/A
Research Category
Infection prevention and controlResearch Subcategory
Barriers, PPE, environmental, animal and vector control measuresSpecial Interest Tags
N/AStudy Type
Non-ClinicalClinical Trial Details
N/ABroad Policy Alignment
PendingAge Group
Not ApplicableVulnerable Population
Not applicableOccupations of Interest
Not applicable
Abstract
N95 respirators are critical in the fight against COVID-19. N95 masks are typically composed primarily of synthetic polymer materials (polypropylene, polyester) with cellulose sometimes incorporated into one of the many layers that make up the respirator. At present, limited numbers of mills in Canada are producing medical grade pulp and they are struggling to keep up with the increased demand.Dr. Christa Brosseau's project intends to explore innovative chemical strategies to help Nova Scotian pulp mills explore ways to transition into the production of medical-grade pulp for N95 respirator production.