E171: Dr. Jaspreet Dhau on Indoor Air Quality, Allergies, Mold, Sleep and Better Health

Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I’m joined by Dr. Jaspreet Dhau of Molekule to discuss how indoor air quality affects allergies, asthma, sleep, and long-term health. We explore hidden pollutants in the home, practical ways to improve air quality through ventilation and filtration, and how cleaner air may support better breathing and better sleep.Dr. Jaspreet Dhau, Vice President of Research and Development at Molekule, brings over 19 years of extensive research experience from both academia and industry. He has made significant contributions to the field, holding positions at prestigious institutions such as SRI International, Punjabi University, and Florida Polytechnic University.Dr. Dhau has a proven track record of innovation and commercialization, with seven technologies brought to market, including a spin-off company, Averatek Incorporation, and the Academy of Scientists for Industrial Research and Education. He has spearheaded over 20 research and product development projects, some of which were funded by the U.S. Department of Defense.His academic achievements are equally impressive. He is a recipient of the Pran Nath Vohra Research and Entrepreneurship award and the Distinguished Alumnus award from Panjab University. The National Academy of Inventors has recognized him as one of the top emerging inventors of 2022, and he has been inducted as a Senior Member of the Academy.Dr. Dhau's research interests are diverse and impactful, encompassing indoor air purification, photocatalysis, organochalcogen chemistry, fluorine-free chemistry for fire suppression, corrosion protection, and additive manufacturing. He has mentored numerous Ph.D. students and research scholars, guiding them through their academic journeys.With over 30 patent applications filed, including 20 granted patents in the U.S. and other countries, and over 65 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Dhau's research has been widely recognized and cited. He has secured over $6 million in grants from various State and Federal agencies.Recently, Dr. Dhau has been at the forefront of groundbreaking research, evaluating the impact of air purification on allergies/asthma and clinical recovery in mild or moderate COVID patients.00:00 Introduction to Indoor Air Quality and Why It Matters02:15 Dr. Dhau’s Personal Story and Inspiration06:48 Why Indoor Air Quality Belongs in Preventive Medicine11:20 Hidden Indoor Pollutants Affecting Health17:05 Sources of VOCs, Particulates, Mold and Irritants23:12 Four Key Steps to Improve Indoor Air Quality29:08 Ventilation, HVAC Filters and MERV Ratings36:22 Air Quality, Sleep and the Breathing Zone44:15 HEPA vs PECO Technology Explained53:20 Practical Takeaways + Part Two PreviewConnect with Dr. RellerPodcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryrellermd/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClearwaterFamilyMedicineInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearwaterfamilymedicine/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kerryrellermdClearwater Family Medicine and Allergy website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwa...Podcast: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou...Subscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.