Kelsey Simpkins

Kelsey Simpkins, science writer and beat contact, University of Colorado Boulder

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Environmental Health October 17, 2021

UV light is effective, safe deterrent against COVID-19 in public places

A specific ultraviolet (UV) wavelength was found to be effective in killing the COVID-19 virus as well as other respiratory viruses while still being safe for public use.

By Kelsey Simpkins
Vision and Discrete Sensors August 2, 2020

Lidar advances could improve safety, security for vehicles, smartphones

CU Boulder researchers are working on a silicon chip – with no moving parts or electronics – that improves the resolution and scanning speed needed for a lidar system while making them less expensive and more efficient.

By Kelsey Simpkins
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