Lachlan Tegart is a postdoctoral researcher at Aarhus University’s Department of Environmental Science, specializing in atmospheric measurements. His research focuses on understanding airborne allergens, particularly pollen, and their impact on public health. He investigates pollen in terms of the relationship between pollen counts and allergen exposure—using molecular techniques like eDNA metabarcoding and protein assays. His work aims to improve allergy forecasting and environmental monitoring by identifying the biological and environmental factors that influence allergen levels in the air. Lachlan’s research contributes to better management of pollen-related health risks, especially in regions affected by seasonal allergies and thunderstomr asthma.
