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House dust – environmental pollution right at home

By Max Rakow
29th September 2026
Climate & Environment Czech Republic

What exactly is in our house dust? Is it dangerous to us—and perhaps to the environment as well? Lisa Melymuk and Özge Edebali, researchers at the RECETOX Institute at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic, are investigating this question. They are participating in international projects aimed at improving indoor air quality, which could also help protect the environment.

Foto: Makro Aufnahme von Hausstaub. Credits: Max Rakow

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