Robert Bals

Robert Bals

scientist Germany

Professor Robert Bals is a prominent researcher at the Universitätsklinikum des Saarlandes, known for his significant contributions to the field of respiratory medicine. He recently gained attention for leading a groundbreaking study that demonstrated the effectiveness of an azelastin-containing nasal spray in reducing COVID-19 infections by two-thirds, showcasing its potential as a preventative measure during high-risk periods.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
132,431
Power
8,391$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 8.00 0.04% +0% 331,002,651 130,883 $21,000,000 8,304$
Luxembourg 1 9.00 0.09% +0% 625,978 547 $73,000 64$
Estonia 1 8.00 0.08% +0% 1,326,539 1,002 $31,000 23$
Totals 3 332,955,168 132,432 $21,104,000 8,391$
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Recent Mentions

Estonia Estonia: Robert Bals is the director of the Department of Internal Medicine at Saarland University Medical Center and led the study published in JAMA Internal Medicine. 8

Postimees – major Estonian daily, est. 1857: KLIINILINE UURING NÄITAB ⟩ populaarne ninasprei vähendab tunduvalt koroonaviirusega nakatumise riski

United States United States: Professor Robert Bals commented that the trial has demonstrated azelastine’s impact in a 'real-world setting.' 8

Fox News: Azelastine nasal spray cuts coronavirus infection risk, study shows

Luxembourg Luxembourg: Professor Robert Bals from the University Hospital of Saarland led the study. 9

Luxemburger Wort: Saarländisches Nasenspray reduziert Corona-Infektionen um zwei Drittel