Safer emesis container
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Login for More InformationA new design for an emesis container is needed in order to completely enclose norovirus particles and prevent the transmission of this common virus during emesis.
Project Overview
The norovirus is a common, rapidly spreading virus that causes acute gastroenteritis and vomiting, or emesis. A person who is infected with norovirus and has emesis will release airborne particles, and as few as 5-20 particles are needed to infect a second person.
Current methods of containing emesis include an emesis basin or ‘kidney basin.’ Neither of these common methods effectively contain the airborne particles caused by the virus. Considering the new safety measures and precautions in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic, virus transmission concerns are at an all time high.
The team must design an emesis container that utilizes a vacuum to suction airborne norovirus particles into the container using negative pressure. The emesis container should be easily transportable and contain a foldable component for basic storage. Testing should be done using a particle counter with a goal of minimizing transmission by 99 percent.
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Contact Information
Team Members
- Tara Boroumand - Team Leader
- Grace Johnson - Communicator
- Samuel Ferris - BSAC & BWIG
- William Brown - BPAG
Advisor and Client
- Prof. Megan McClean - Advisor
- Mr. Robert Gold - Client
Related Projects
- Fall 2021: Safer emesis container
- Spring 2021: Safer emesis container
- Fall 2020: Safer emesis container