By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications Imagine wearing a pair of shoes all day, without any air circulation or relief for your feet. That’s how Rakesh Srivastava describes life with a prosthetic limb. The medical devices bring countless benefits to millions of people, but they’re not perfect, especially when it comes to hygiene. Many prosthetic limbs trap heat and perspiration, causing bacteria to grow. This can create an odor and lead to skin irritation, rashes … [Read more...] about UNK professor, graduate team up to develop disinfectant for prosthetic devices
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UNK graduate using 3D-printing business to produce face masks, shields
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications HASTINGS – When Rakesh Srivastava sees an opportunity to help others, he’s going to take action. The University of Nebraska at Kearney graduate has proven that time and again throughout his career, so it’s no surprise that he’s stepping up to support the state during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. “Right now our community needs protection from this virus and the pandemic we’re in. So why not change direction and make something … [Read more...] about UNK graduate using 3D-printing business to produce face masks, shields
