Buildings may soon have immune systems that fight airborne disease

A group of architects and engineers collaborates on a blueprint for a modern building designed to enhance indoor air quality and reduce airborne disease transmission.

Emerging technologies are now paving the way for buildings to have systems akin to biological immune responses. These advancements, including advanced filtration systems and antimicrobial materials, aim to reduce the transmission of pathogens in shared spaces. Notably, a study published in 2022 by the National Institute of Health emphasized the effectiveness of UV-C light in … Read more