Determination of the presence of SARS-CoV-2 in environmental samples and its potential indirect transmission.

Although SARS-CoV-2 and other coronaviruses are transmitted mainly directly between individuals during epidemic phases, the permanence of the virus in the environment has the potential to cause new outbreaks despite the mitigation efforts deployed. SARS-CoV -1 was detected in hospital wastewater in China and it was shown that viral particles could remain infective long enough to constitute a risk. We will investigate the potential for environmental transmission of the virus in the specific conditions of our country. primarily in the analysis of sewage treatment plants and in the release of the virus through the intestine. We will also study the stability of the virus, as well as its presence in other environments, such as common surfaces such as plastics, stainless steel or glass. This will provide valuable information for managing the epidemic.