The work of a microbial researcher and a mechanical engineer who create a vacuum cleaner like Dyson

○ Benefits of having an in-house microbiological laboratory At the Dyson Microbiological Laboratory, we have been researching not only dust and house dust, but also microbes such as mites and small invisible molds for more than 20 years. What kind of garbage, microorganisms, and allergens exist in houses around the world, and how can they be efficiently removed? In addition, we are conducting multifaceted research on people's cleaning habits and the impact of garbage on lifestyles. Through these studies, we were able to develop a method of collecting dust using static electricity and investigate how much power is required to inhale particles up to 0.3 μm and separate them from the air. Dyson microbiologists are involved in projects from the early stages of product development, contributing to technology development and research. For example, on February 15, Dyson announced the Dyson Global Dust Survey. This is a summary of an awareness survey conducted in November 2021 targeting 12,309 people in 11 countries around the world, including Japan. At the beginning of the pandemic of the new coronavirus infection, the frequency of cleaning increased at home, but it can be seen that the frequency is maintained and the difference in cleaning habits by country and region. [Next page] One of the trends that caught my attention was that the frequency of cleaning floors has increased in various countries, including Japan. See more articles from