Isopropyl Alcohol Infiltration in Modern IVF Labs: A Review of Persistent Airborne Toxins
Poster Presentation, ASRM | Oct 2024 | Orsolini, M., Schenkman, E., Russack, J., Huynh, H., Schust, D., Raburn, D., Worrilow, K.C., and Fox., J.T.
Low-Level Volatile Organic Compounds Disrupt Embryo Morphokinetics and Development in Murine Preimplantation Embryos
Poster Presentation, ASRM | Oct 2025 | Russack, J., Huynh, H., Urrutia, A., and Worrilow, K.C.
Cutting Costs in Long-Term Care Facilities
Replacing air filtration with air purification can eradicate over 99% of airborne pathogens, saving lives while cutting costs in long-term care facilities.
Mastering Clinical Embryology: Good Practice, Clinical Biology, Assisted Reproductive Technologies, and Advanced Laboratory Skills
CRC Press | 21 Mar, 2024 | Chapter 2 written by Kathryn C. Worrilow and Alicia R. Urrutia
Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense
Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense Public Meeting Masters of the Air:
Overcoming Airborne Pathogens Indoors
The clinical and environmental effects of an advanced air purification technology in multiple healthcare settings
A peer-reviewed study published in Science and Technology for the Built Environment examining the clinical and environmental effects of LifeAire’s advanced air purification technology across multiple healthcare settings — an acute care hospital and a long-term care facility. The study synthesizes environmental and clinical outcome data from both settings, demonstrating that LifeAire’s multi-stage system, designed to inactivate the genetic material of all airborne pathogens and remediate volatile organic compounds, produced consistent, measurable improvements across both facility types. Originally presented at the 2022 ASHRAE Annual Conference in Toronto. Published in Science and Technology for the Built Environment, Volume 29, Issue 9, October 2023. DOI: 10.1080/23744731.2023.2266349. Authors: Urrutia, A.R.; Stawicki, S.P.; Kimble, C.N.; Worrilow, K.C.
ASHRAE Releases Standard 241 for Controlling Infectious Aerosols
This standard, “establishes minimum requirements to reduce the risk of disease transmission by exposure to infectious aerosols in new buildings, existing buildings, and major renovations”. The key driver for the development of Standard 241 was “discussion between ASHRAE and the White House COVID-19 Response Team about the need for new and better IAQ (indoor air quality) standards. ASHRAE was encouraged to take the lead in developing a new standard for control of airborne pathogens.”
LifeAire Proudly Continues Support of Academic International Medicine Conference AIM2023
LifeAire is proud to again be supporting the Academic International Medicine Congress #AIM2023, synergizing for better global future! Pictured are Chuck Kimble, LifeAire Systems, and Stanislaw P. Stawicki MD MBA, Chair, Dept. of Research & Innovation, St Luke’s University Health Network, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Clinical and Economic Outcomes from the Installation of an Advanced Air Purification Technology in a Long Term Care Facility
A peer-reviewed short commentary published in the Journal of Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine examining the clinical and economic outcomes of LifeAire’s advanced air purification technology in a long-term care facility over 15 months. The study compared LifeAire’s multi-stage system — combining VOC filtration, high-dose UV germicidal irradiation, and HEPA filtration — against standard HEPA filtration in a memory support unit. Documented outcomes included a 98.83% reduction in airborne pathogens, an 89.88% reduction in VOC levels, a 39.6% reduction in facility-acquired infections, and a 47% reduction in staff call-outs. The findings demonstrate meaningful improvements in resident wellness, safety, and facility economics. Published in Journal of Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine, July 2023. DOI: 10.24966/GGM-8662/100177. Authors: Urrutia, A.R.; Eid, S.; Bock, K.A.; Worrilow, K.C.
New Study Shows Air Purification Positively Impacting Senior Housing Resident Quality of Life
Maintaining a safe and healthy environment is of utmost importance in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) where vulnerable residents require constant care. These facilities have long been grappling with the challenge of reducing infectious pathogens to improve resident well-being. Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) pose a significant threat to LTC residents, with many of these infections originating from airborne sources.