Indoor Microbiome

Indoor mycobiome and building dampness

Indoor dampness and molds are known to be linked to allergies and respiratory illnesses; however, the causality remains largely unknown. In our studies, we used growth-independent DNA-based techniques to characterize compositions and diversities of indoor molds. We also collaborated with researchers at Mahidol University in Thailand to see geographical differences of indoor mycobiomes between South Korea and Thailand, a less-studied tropical flood-prone country.