Chemistry and Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Professor Tim Bertram discusses growing evidence that SARS-CoV-2 can be spread through longer range aerosol particle transmission, in addition to near-field droplet and fomite transmission. The airborne transmission pathway is characterized by the emission of virus-laden aerosol particles, produced during speaking and breathing, that can be easily dispersed indoors. In this presentation I will review recent experiments focused on airborne transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in typical classrooms and discuss engineering and behavioral intervention strategies to reduce the risk of infection.

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