José Luis Jimenez
Chemistry professor at the University of Colorado Boulder. Contributed to a letter urging the WHO to address airborne transmission of the coronavirus.
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Jul 7, 2020 • 24min
Surfaces vs. droplets vs. aerosols
José Luis Jimenez, a Chemistry professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, sheds light on the crucial distinction between aerosols and droplets in the context of COVID-19 transmission. He discusses the recent letter signed by 239 scientists urging the WHO to acknowledge airborne transmission. Jimenez highlights how aerosols can pose significant risks indoors, leading to outbreaks despite safety measures. He also reflects on the challenges scientists face in advocating for effective public health communication during the pandemic.
