DUVS: UV-based Sterilization System to Reduce Surgical Site Infections
Unmet Medical Need: Surgical site infections continue to be a problem worldwide, leading to a significant number of patient deaths each year.
Envisioned Healthcare Product: The envisioned product is an operating Room sterilization system based on a single-wavelength of ultraviolet light that can selectively kill bacteria and viruses without damaging human cells/tissues, allowing extended exposure needed in the OR setting.
Collaborative Research Team: David Brenner PhD, Alan Bigelow PhD, Henry Spotnitz MD, and Gordana Vunjak-Novakovic PhD
Funding Cycle: 2013-2014