Collapsing COVID: MIT Says Ultrasound Can Damage Coronaviruses – SciTechDaily

Ultrasound has potential to damage coronaviruses, a new MIT study finds. Credit: MIT News, with images from iStockphoto
Simulations show ultrasound waves at medical imaging frequencies can cause the virus’ shell and spikes to collapse and rupture.
The coronavirus’ structure is an all-too-familiar image, with its densely packed surface receptors resembling a thorny crown. These spike-like proteins latch onto healthy cells and trigger the invasion of viral RNA. While the virus’ geometry and infection…

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