SANYO Electric's Proprietary Electrolyzed Water Technology Suppresses Avian Influenza Viruses

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SANYO Electric Co., Ltd., a leading provider of environment and energy related products and services, has announced that its proprietary electrolyzed water technology effectively suppresses avian influenza viruses. This result was achieved through corroborative research with Tottori University, Japan, led by Professor Kouichi Otsuki of the Faculty of Agriculture. The study demonstrated that SANYO's proprietary technology, 'Disinfectant Element' system and 'Disinfectant Electrolyzed Mist' system, suppressed more than 99% of airborne avian influenza viruses.

Key Takeaways:

  • SANYO's proprietary electrolyzed water technology has been shown to suppress more than 99% of airborne avian influenza viruses.
  • The technology was developed through research with Tottori University, Japan, led by Professor Kouichi Otsuki.
  • Experiments conducted using a diluted amount of electrolyzed water formed from conventional tap water found that 99% of airborne avian influenza viruses were suppressed.
  • The electrolyzed water technology has a low concentration of free residual chlorine compared to chlorine-based disinfectants, making it safe and considerate of the environment.
  • Tottori University's research team, led by Professor Otsuki, has made significant contributions to the field of avian influenza research, including a 2005 award from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology.
  • SANYO's 'Think GAIA' vision aims to create products that promote a sustainable lifestyle and prevent a major world threat.

Statistics:

  • More than 99% of airborne avian influenza viruses were suppressed by SANYO's proprietary electrolyzed water technology.
  • The technology has a 10-mg/l concentration of free residual chlorine, compared to 500-1,000mg/l in typical chlorine-based disinfectants.
  • The avian influenza virus has killed over 100 people worldwide, particularly in Southeast Asia and Europe, since December 2003.
  • Tottori University's research team received the Award of Recognition for Scientific Technologies from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology in 2005.

Sources:

  • SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.
  • Tottori University
  • World Health Organization (WHO, April 2006)