Distinguised Professor Jose-Luis Jiminez
Jose-Luis Jiminez is a Distinguished Professor and aerosol chemist. Among the results of his work The Work Health Organisation acknowledged that the Sars-Cov-2 virus is airborne. His work has not only inspired future researchers but significantly impacted the field of atmospheric aerosols and saved lives.
Distinguished Professor Jose-Luis Jiminez is one of 40 leading scientists from around the world who have joined forces to recommend setting levels for three key indoor pollutants: carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide (CO) and PM2.5 – particles so small they can lodge deep in the lungs and enter the bloodstream; as well as standards for ventilation rate – the number of times per hour that the entire air volume of an area is changed.
They have set out the standards framework in an article published in the prestigious journal Science featured in this short clip.
Dr Adam Squires
Senior Lecturer
Dr Adam Squires is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Chemistry at Bath University’s Centre for Doctoral Training in Aerosol Science.
For the past five years, Dr Squires has voluntarily provided support and shared his expertise with the school community and all those advocating for improved air quality within educational buildings.
Dr Squires has made a significant contribution to public health and safety.
James Neill
Consultant Data Analyst
James Neill is an accomplished leader and consultant data analyst with decades of experience in both. He has a keen interest in education with a broad range of experience including state and private school sectors and also higher education.
Specialising in education and paediatric data, James has ensured that the impact of the pandemic on and between children and their families is realised including contributions to published research. James is committed to factual accuracy, objectivity and the correction of misinformation to ensure the public is not misled.
Nathalie Pearson
Founder
Nathalie has an academic and healthcare background, completing two science degrees; she graduated from King's College London with First-Class Honours.
Since early 2020, Nathalie has actively engaged in initiatives to enhance school air quality. Driven by her personal experience as a parent with children in infant, primary and secondary education, she has developed a special interest in air quality and nature.
Nathalie is a founding member of a UK children's charity and devoted three years to volunteering full-time for children and families harmed by SARS-CoV-2. Recognising the importance of awareness and prevention, Nathalie introduced advocacy and action for clean air in schools; an initiative that continues today.
Nathalie's experience working alongside the clinically vulnerable community has informed her advocacy while her contributions to the UK COVID Inquiry have cemented her commitment to safe, equitable education. Nathalie champions education staff and all children in their care.
Partners & Advisors
The health and well-being of all young people and staff inside educational settings are central to our mission. We work collaboratively with trusted partners to fulfill our mission through a culture of mutual learning, sharing, support and respect. We aim for the product of our collective efforts to reach beyond the school gates and positively impact whole communities.
Clinically Vulnerable Families
Clinically Vulnerable Families (CVF) was founded in August 2020 in response to the risks faced by families when schools reopened without adequately addressing the threat to their families.
Since the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, the group has advocated for cleaner air in schools to reduce transmission risks. As part of their involvement in the UK COVID-19 Inquiry, CVF has worked to ensure that indoor air quality within Inquiry buildings exceeds the current highest UK standards.
CVF supports, educates, assists, and advocates for clinically vulnerable families across the UK who continue to face disproportionate risks and challenges.
Footage of CVF advocacy on indoor air quality in schools, can be found on our YouTube channel.
Airborne
Allergy Action
Airborne Allergy Action highlights the importance of avoiding airborne allergens (like dust mites, mould, tree/grass pollen, and pet dander) alongside non-allergenic pollutants and viruses. They raise awareness of how improving indoor air quality can alleviate symptoms of asthma, rhinitis and other illnesses, complementing any prescribed medication.
Airborne Allergy Action also raises awareness of allergens and pollutants in public places such as schools and hotels. They emphasize that identifying and avoiding your child’s allergic triggers at home and school can significantly improve asthma symptoms.
For tips, research and updates visit the Airborne Allergy Action website.
Long Covid
Advocacy
Long Covid Advocacy (LCA) is a non-profit social enterprise that is 100% volunteer-led. They campaign and advocate for improved understanding and communication about Long COVID, post-acute viral illnesses and their associated conditions. They aim to remove the barriers people with Long COVID and ME face. Their mission is expressed through L.I.V.E: Legislate (citizen protections); Investigate (effective biomedical research); Ventilate (prevention) and Educate (education, public and medical). Fundraising goes to high-quality medical research to enable effective treatment.
LCA asserts that schools are a key vector for COVID-19 transmission and the seed of many Long COVID cases for children, families, and the community. It upholds that schools must be inclusive through equitable access to clean air.
LCA are experts by personal and academic experience and impart a wealth of evidenced information on their website together with a ventilation toolkit for use in schools.
Inclusive
New Normal
Founder Dr Sal Witcher noticed from the outset that the pandemic revealed new needs and clear threats to inclusion. New groups were experiencing inequalities and new drivers of inequality were impacting others. She identified valuable learning and opportunities to tackle longstanding barriers and challenges beyond SARS-CoV-2.
Inclusive New Normal is a social enterprise that aims to promote, develop and facilitate the application of learning arising from the pandemic, from innovations to different ways to work, live and deliver services. Equality, inclusivity and human rights are central to their mission and their coming website is destined to be a valuable resource for all.
HouseFresh
HouseFresh is an independent consumer publication dedicated to independent product testing with a focus on air purifiers. They don't accept products or sponsorship from manufacturers, opting instead for purchasing products themselves in order to remain unbiased. They go beyond what can be found on marketing materials by conducting experiments in controlled home environments to obtain real-life performance data, including particle removal speed, sound levels generated, electricity consumption and expected annual running costs.
In addition to product testing, HouseFresh also publishes comprehensive original studies on global air quality and provides expert advice on topics related to indoor air, common air pollutants and filtration technologies. They have made it their mission to guide the public through the complexities of air filters and indoor air quality.
They do not run adverts on their website or accept offers to review products in exchange of payment. Committed to transparency and accuracy, HouseFresh empowers readers to make informed decisions based on data.
Information on this website is for informational purposes only.
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