Dust Sampling for Allergen Quantification in Homes
Measuring household dust reveals months of allergen exposure a single air sample might miss.
Declan Murtagh
Staff Writer
Declan Murtagh
Declan Murtagh holds a background in mechanical engineering and spent nearly a decade consulting on HVAC systems for commercial buildings before pivoting to investigative reporting on workplace environments. He brings a technical rigor to his coverage that bridges engineering and public health.
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Professional Mold Testing Methods Compared
Each testing method answers a different question about mold in your building.
Declan Murtagh
Outdoor Pollen Monitoring Networks and How to Use Them
Real-time pollen networks reveal hourly patterns that calendar counts can't capture.
Declan Murtagh
ASHRAE 62.1 Ventilation Standards and Occupant Health
Proper ventilation under ASHRAE 62.1 protects respiratory health across millions of indoor spaces.
Declan Murtagh
Cockroach Allergen in Urban Apartment Buildings
Kitchen floors carry three times more cockroach allergen than living rooms.
Declan Murtagh