As the pandemic continues, so does the fight against the spread of viruses in all industries. Institutions, like the College of Marshall Islands (CMI), have acquired and begun applying anti-microbial surface coatings throughout their campuses. As students, educators, and parents return to the classrooms and lecture halls, hygiene remains of great importance. According to GlobalNewswire, the anti-microbial market is set to surpass $30 billion USD by 2030.