by Vickie Smith | Aug 19, 2024 | Food Industry
In the food processing industry, the focus on sanitation often centers around surfaces, equipment, and handling practices. However, one critical factor that can significantly impact food safety is often overlooked: indoor air quality. Poor indoor air quality can lead...
by Vickie Smith | Aug 9, 2024 | Education, Indoor Environment
When students think of their time in college, they often imagine massive lecture halls, vibrant campus life, and, yes, learning. They don’t anticipate the potential hazard lurking in the corners of poorly ventilated classrooms, dormitories, and libraries: mold. Mold...
by Vickie Smith | Jul 31, 2024 | Indoor Environment
So many in the Houston area have experienced difficult times following Hurricane Beryl, which passed through in early July. Among those were extreme heat, flooding, and more. One menace that doesn’t get discussed enough is mold and how it has reared its ugly head so...
by Vickie Smith | Jul 16, 2024 | Indoor Environment
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) has always been an important aspect of public health, but its intersection with transportation has existed since early transportation developments. The confluence of indoor air quality and transportation has been shaped by technology...
by Vickie Smith | Jul 2, 2024 | Healthcare, Indoor Environment
As the global population ages, the demand for long-term care facilities rises. These facilities are important for providing a safe and comfortable environment for elderly individuals who require additional care. However, one critical aspect of that care that is often...
