Far-UVC light

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A type of ultraviolet light being researched for its ability to kill bacteria and viruses in the air, with potential for widespread deployment if long-term health side effects are understood.

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Special Episode: Engineering the Apocalypse by Rob Reid and Sam Harris

Special Episode: Engineering the Apocalypse by Rob Reid and Sam Harris

Sam Harris

A high-frequency band of ultraviolet light, specifically around 222 nanometers, which research by David Brenner suggests kills microorganisms like influenza and coronaviruses without damaging human tissue due to its inability to penetrate dead skin cells.

Dustin Moskovitz, Co Founder of Asana and Facebook | The Tim Ferriss Show

Dustin Moskovitz, Co Founder of Asana and Facebook | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

A type of ultraviolet light being researched for its ability to kill bacteria and viruses in the air, with potential for widespread deployment if long-term health side effects are understood.