Plasma pen to fight plaque Image TRN

Description: This handheld device emits a plume (blue spike) of ionized gas, or plasma, that can be used to kill bacteria. The plasma is shown contacting a person's hand without causing harm.

Source: Old Dominion University

Story: Plasma pen to fight plaque
TRN September 26, 2005

TRN Categories: Physics; Biotechnology

Form: Still

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