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A preliminary study of microbiome on HVAC air filters

  • Peihua Wang
  • , Yuguo Li*
  • , Patrick Lee
  • *Corresponding author for this work

Research output: Chapters, Conference Papers, Creative and Literary WorksRGC 32 - Refereed conference paper (with host publication)peer-review

Abstract

Human microbiome ratio on HVAC air filter has been measured using amplicon sequencing. Together with the operating parameters of HVAC system as inputs, a possible method of evaluating the relative occupancy rate of some campus rooms is presented. The monitored results show that the ventilation design and the seasonality can affect the structure of bacterial community. This new “microbiome sensor” retrieves historical information with potential to reveal some “secrets” behind the building conditions and its usages.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication15th Conference of the International Society of Indoor Air Quality and Climate, INDOOR AIR 2018
PublisherInternational Society of Indoor Air Quality and Climate
ISBN (Print)9781713826514
Publication statusPublished - Jul 2018
Event15th Conference of the International Society of Indoor Air Quality and Climate (INDOOR AIR 2018) - Philadelphia, United States
Duration: 22 Jul 201827 Jul 2018

Publication series

NameConference of the International Society of Indoor Air Quality and Climate, INDOOR AIR

Conference

Conference15th Conference of the International Society of Indoor Air Quality and Climate (INDOOR AIR 2018)
PlaceUnited States
CityPhiladelphia
Period22/07/1827/07/18

Bibliographical note

Full text of this publication does not contain sufficient affiliation information. With consent from the author(s) concerned, the Research Unit(s) information for this record is based on the existing academic department affiliation of the author(s).

Research Keywords

  • Air recirculation
  • Amplicon sequencing
  • Forensic analysis

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