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Scientists at the University of Calgary have invented Tri-Filler, a revolutionary antimicrobial additive that turns everyday surfaces into active infection fighters. Embedded with calcium hydroxide in a customizable shell, it slowly releases germ-killing power over time—perfect for paints, coatings, and dental materials. Early tests show it’s over 200 times more effective than calcium hydroxide alone, and real-world testing via 3D-printed contamination scenarios is already underway. With food-grade ingredients and regulatory pathways in sight, Tri-Filler could soon transform hospitals, schools, and public spaces into self-sanitizing environments—though widespread use still depends on scaling and approvals.

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