During the COVID-19 pandemic, significant research looks for ways to fight against the virus. In order to

diminish the spread, it is a challenge for researchers because the coronavirus particles can live and widely

spread through the air.  
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        CMU alumnus Jeff Mullen, founder and CEO of Dynamics Inc., has created a tool which can cease severe

particles by using ultraviolet light. Mullen completed his bachelor of science degree in electrical and computer

engineering in 2000, and then continued a master’s degree from the Tepper School of Business where he

founded Dynamics Inc., a global leader in flexible electronic technology.
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        Prior to the pandemic, Mullen’s Dynamics Inc. had been studying ultraviolet light to create electronics more

adjustable. Then, they found a possibility in their UV research probably used to resist the virus. The innovative

device, called “Nanowave Air” has been featured in manifold outlets including the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette,

VentureBeat, and Pittsburgh local news.

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        The device is able to entirely damage and inactivate the virus by using ultraviolet light. Dynamics Inc.

demonstrated and performed the experiments toward substances (surfaces, liquids, or air) to find out the best

solution for combatting the virus. Since a long exposure could deactivate the particles, this device is merely

used for surfaces.

                      “People didn’t think that that UV would have any impact on the COVID-19 virus, and if it did, it would be very small and minimal,” Mullen said.

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        It is generally known that UV light can cause sunburns and eye damage, yet with Nanowave Air, this device

can destroy 99 percent of the virus in a second. Also, it can completely inactivate the virus through the air

across an entire room within 75 minutes. Accordingly, contaminated air can become better and safe once again

with Nanowave Air.

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        In a situation like dentistry work, the Nanowave technology can offer a constant stream of inactivated air

which can be utilized in requiring mask removal conditions. Furthermore, at a meeting or homes, the device

can create and be used as a “shield” of the inactive air among members who have tested positive. Meanwhile,

many public places such as coffee shops, yoga studios, and even in emergency rooms have already used and

placed the Nanowave Air to mitigate spread in an area where people can take off their masks.
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        The Nanowave Air technology, for now, can deactivate the common cold, the flu, staphylococcus, and other

pathogens. On top of this, Mullen and his team at Dynamics Inc. still plan to develop Nanowave Air in

integrating with the HVAC system which can cease the virus in less time.

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For more information about Nanowave Air and the studies, or to purchase a device, you can visit www.nanowaveair.com

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