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Article
Asbestos Fiber Measurements During Low Dust-Generating Work Processes
by Barbara Dorota Kolarik, Susanne Celia Rørbye, Martin Nerum Olsen and Kristoffer Kampmann
Aerobiology 2025, 3(4), 12; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerobiology3040012 - 10 Dec 2025
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The Danish asbestos executive order defines a range of situations and work processes that require no protective measures, due to an assumption of low dust generation and therefore negligible exposure to asbestos fibers. The purpose of the study was to investigate the exposure [...] Read more.
The Danish asbestos executive order defines a range of situations and work processes that require no protective measures, due to an assumption of low dust generation and therefore negligible exposure to asbestos fibers. The purpose of the study was to investigate the exposure of workers performing tasks where low dust generation is assumed, as well as those in direct proximity. Five roof renovation projects, one facade removal project, and one removal project of whole pipes with intact asbestos insulation were included in the study. A total of 52 personal samples and 33 stationary samples were collected. The asbestos fiber concentrations measured in personal samples ranged from below the detection limit to 0.13 f/cm3 (fibers/cm3). Despite the large spread between projects, the measured concentrations of asbestos fibers in 45 of the 52 personal samples were above the Danish occupational exposure limit value (OEL) of 0.003 f/cm3. The concentration of asbestos fibers in 20 of 33 stationary samples was also above the Danish OEL. The results of personal and stationary measurements suggest that any work with asbestos-containing materials may be associated with a significant risk of exposure above the OEL and, thus, should not be considered a low-dust-generating process without measurements. Full article
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Review
Pollen and Fungal Spore Co-Exposure in Allergic Respiratory Diseases: A Systematic Review
by Alina-Maria Ivaşko, Corina Ureche, Oana Cristina Marginean, Monica Grama and Teodora Nicola-Varo
Aerobiology 2025, 3(4), 11; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerobiology3040011 - 3 Dec 2025
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Co-exposure to airborne pollen and fungal spores is increasingly recognized as a contributor to asthma and allergic rhinitis, especially as climatic shifts since 2020 have intensified their seasonal overlap. We systematically searched PubMed and Google Scholar for studies published between 2020 and 2025 [...] Read more.
Co-exposure to airborne pollen and fungal spores is increasingly recognized as a contributor to asthma and allergic rhinitis, especially as climatic shifts since 2020 have intensified their seasonal overlap. We systematically searched PubMed and Google Scholar for studies published between 2020 and 2025 that assessed simultaneous pollen–fungi exposure and respiratory outcomes. Screening was performed independently by two reviewers, resulting in 12 eligible studies out of 320 records. Meta-analysis was not feasible due to substantial heterogeneity in exposure definitions, taxa, outcome measures, and analytical approaches. Overall, the studies indicate that short-term co-exposure tends to worsen respiratory symptoms and increase emergency visits or asthma exacerbations, with stronger effects in children, polysensitized individuals, and urban settings. However, effect sizes varied considerably across regions and methodologies. Environmental and climatological papers provided context for seasonal overlap but did not contribute clinical data. Current evidence suggests a potential synergistic effect, though more standardized exposure metrics are needed to refine risk estimates. Full article
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Review
Airborne Fungal Communities: Diversity, Health Impacts, and Potential AI Applications in Aeromycology
by Divjot Kour, Sofia Sharief Khan, Meenakshi Gusain, Akshara Bassi, Tanvir Kaur, Aman Kataria, Simranjeet Kaur and Harpreet Kour
Aerobiology 2025, 3(4), 10; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerobiology3040010 - 30 Oct 2025
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International interests in bioaerosols have gained an increased attention to widen the knowledge pool of their identification, distribution, and quantification. Aeromycota signify a complex and diverse group of fungi dispersed through the atmosphere. Aeromycology is an important field of research due to its [...] Read more.
International interests in bioaerosols have gained an increased attention to widen the knowledge pool of their identification, distribution, and quantification. Aeromycota signify a complex and diverse group of fungi dispersed through the atmosphere. Aeromycology is an important field of research due to its important role in human health. Aeromycoflora both indoors and outdoors, are responsible for many allergies and other respiratory diseases. The present review describes the diversity of the aeromycoflora, the techniques used for sampling, identification, and taxonomic classification, and the limitations of the traditional culture-based methods as they fail to detect unculturable species. Furthermore, the spatial and temporal variability in aeromycota complicate consistent monitoring. Both indoor and outdoor environments harbor airborne fungi. The diversity in indoor environments is greatly shaped by the moisture content, building design, and ventilation, which are further taken into consideration. Further, the health impacts of the indoor and outdoor fungi have been discussed and what control measures can be taken to reduce the exposure risks and management strategies that can be adopted. Artificial intelligence (AI) can bring revolution in this field of research and can help in improving detection, monitoring, and classification of airborne fungi. The review finally outlines the emerging role of AI in aeromycology. Full article
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Editorial
Bioaerosols in Urban Settings: Roles of Climate Change, Ecosystem Services and Human Health
by Athanasios Charalampopoulos, Ioanna Pyrri and Athanasios Damialis
Aerobiology 2025, 3(4), 9; https://doi.org/10.3390/aerobiology3040009 - 13 Oct 2025
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Urban environments constitute of spaces in which the majority of humankind reside, work and recreate [...] Full article
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