Spore

North Carolina State University, USA

A device that detects mold spores in the air.

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rgibson
rgibson
April 1, 2022 5:50 pm

Do you have a sense for the required proximity of these monitors to mold for them to be effective? e.g. Could you have 1 or 2 in a house or would you need them in each room?

spore
spore
April 3, 2022 7:48 pm
Reply to  rgibson

Hi Mr. Gibson! Thank you for your question. Mold spores spread rapidly around the house, covering several square feet in less than a week. This spreading is exacerbated by fans, air ducts, and movement from people and pets. With this, we expect each household will have at least one per floor.