In reaction to the threat of COVID-19 and other viral, airborne respiratory infections, experts have recommended increased ventilation in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and other public buildings.

In a recent study published in the Journal of the Royal Society, researchers found that indoor relative humidity (RH) modulates the severity of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreaks, and ...

Moisture and temperature have a significant impact on the mechanical performance of polymers. However, due to the sluggish diffusion process that limits the uptake of moisture in polymers, ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Chapped lips, occasional nosebleeds, and increased chances of wildfire are just some of the risks associated with dry air. You may be thinking, “Isn’t all air dry?” Well, no. According ...

The monsoon season may bring much-needed relief from scorching summers, but it also ushers in a host of health issues - some visible, and some not so obvious. One of the more overlooked consequences ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) The tools used to understand materials at their smallest scales have shaped entire industries. From the semiconductors in smartphones to the advanced materials in medical devices, ...

Graham Readfearn enters a simulation to investigate how heatwaves affect the human body ...

While measures can be taken to manage moisture levels, such as pre-processing drying or controlled storage, cost-effective implementation hinges on recognizing their necessity. Inadequate humidity ...