Use of ozone as a decontaminant for SARS-CoV-2 Researchers in Germany have demonstrated how an ozone-based decontamination device significantly reduces the volume of viral residue left on surfaces of two surrogate viruses for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The article is available to read in full on the Ozone Ozone is a volatile and unstable molecule comprised of three oxygen atoms found in trace amounts naturally in the Earth’s atmosphere. Due to its reactive tendencies, it has been found to highly effective in killing viruses, bacteria, fungi, and other pathogens. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, caused by SARS-CoV-2, the need for appropriate sterilization of hospitals and medicinal equipment is increasing.