Key Contribution and Risk of Airborne Antibiotic Resistance: Total Suspended Particles or Settled Dust?

  30 May 2025

The study investigates the airborne transmission of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in chicken farms using metagenomic sequencing. Results show that total suspended particles (TSP) have a greater abundance of ARGs than dust. ARGs spread up to 9.48 km within 1 hour. Workers face higher inhalable exposures to ARB and HPARB, exceeding office staff and villagers. The findings emphasize the need for regular air disinfection and better protective measures for workers.

 

Author(s): Zi-Yin Chen et al
Clean Environment  
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