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Fermi Lab Secures Funding for Safer Sterilization Technology
2/11/2025
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- Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory has secured funding to investigate high-power electron beam accelerators as a safer method for sterilizing medical equipment. This initiative not only seeks to reduce reliance on radioactive materials but also aims to boost energy efficiency, cultivate a skilled workforce, and establish a business plan for an innovative electron beam technology hub.
