Rice University
Houston, Texas, United States
Purpose
to design and test a prototype sterilizer that employs metallic nanoparticles that absorb solar energy to convert water to steam sufficient for sterilization of human waste.
Division
Global Growth & Opportunity
Date
September 2011
Region Served
GLOBAL
Committed amount
$100,000
Grant topic
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
Duration (months)
26
Grantee location
Houston, Texas, United States
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