The main purpose of our research is the study of seasonal variation in pollen and fungal spores concentrations to aid clinical diagnosis. We collaborate with other research institutions both in the UK and abroad and our work is presented at international conferences and is published in refereed journals. Aerobiological help and advice is available to clinicians, Health Authorities and the general public . Derby Aerobiology sends pollen data into the UK Pollen Network and the European Allergy Network, with the main allergenic pollen types being sent for inclusion in the European database at Vienna. Derby Aerobiology has a pollen fungal spore databank from 1970 to the present day so that long term trends of pollen and spores can be evaluated and used by ourselves or in collaboration with others.
Data is available for every day of the year.
Our volumetric traps which collect our pollen and spore data are situated on the roof of the Mickleover site of Derby University and we have a climatological station 0.5 kilometres from our trap site. Indoor spores and pollens are being investigated and research published using an indoor volumetric sampler designed by our Medical Advisor. We provide training on spore and pollen identification and assist at pollen workshops. Collaboration with Health Authorities, Universities, Medical Schools, Agricultural Colleges, Environmental Health Departments, General Practitioners and the Met Office. Pollen data for the UK and European Database.