UV-C Disinfection Explained: How Germicidal Light Destroys Bacteria, Viruses, and Fungi
Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) uses short-wavelength UV-C light (typically 254 nm) to disrupt the nucleic acids of microorganisms, rendering them nonviable. This photochemical inactivation applies across air, surface, and water systems, making UVGI a critical tool in infection control protocols. As pathogens evolve and antimicrobial resistance grows, precision-engineered UV disinfection offers …