Physics sheds light on the 20-second handwashing rule. Here’s why it’s so effective
A fluid dynamics model explains what happens to potentially harmful particles during handwashing.
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How good hand-washing beats COVID-19 (and other contagious diseases)
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New study points the way to rice straw soaps
Make something out of nothing. Failing that, make soap out of straw.
This Canadian startup is turning CO2 emissions into soap
Solving our current climate emergency requires immediate action in order to reduce the amount of carbon already dumped into the ...
Antimicrobials do more harm than good, according to statement signed by 200 researchers
Don't fall for a catchy name -- regular soap works just as fine as antimicrobials, without any risks.
Antibacterial soap is no better at killing germs than regular soap
Regular soap is really good at killing bacteria, but most people feel that antibacterial soaps are even better. After all, ...