I think this study nicely shows how integrating air sampling with land-use data, and partnering with enthusiastic citizen scientists, can uncover hidden patterns in fungal transmission pathways. Also, although stressful at times, conducting a first citizen science project was also lots of fun!

This inspired us to tweak the approach and Hylke began using an insect delta trap, exposed the seals for 4 weeks, and recovered far more colonies. In addition, growing A. fumigatus with a selective medium was a total game changer for processing a high sample volume.
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Who needs a high impact paper when you can get this 🤩