Further development of simulations of Plasmodium falciparum interventions and their integration with the needs of stakeholders (Projects)
https://www.swisstph.ch/de/projects/project-detail/project/further-development-of-simulations-of-plasmodium-falciparum-interventions-and-their-integration-with-the-needs-of-stakeholders
Background We have developed a general computing platform for comparing, fitting, and evaluating different individual-based stochastic simulations of malaria epidemiology. Aims In the next phase of th
A multidisciplinary study to identify the genetic an environmental causes of asthma in the European community (Projects)
https://www.swisstph.ch/de/projects/project-detail/project/a-multidisciplinary-study-to-identify-the-genetic-an-environmental-causes-of-asthma-in-the-european-community
Background GABRIEL provides an integrated multidisciplinary program of post-genome research. Internationally leading groups will apply knowledge of epidemiology, genetics, genomics, proteomics, bioinf
Childhood cancer, domestic radon exposure and non-ionizing radiation from broadcast transmitters (Projects)
https://www.swisstph.ch/de/projects/project-detail/project/childhood-cancer-domestic-radon-exposure-and-non-ionizing-radiation-from-broadcast-transmitters
The aim of this project is first to develop a radon exposure model and to predict radon exposure at home for children in Switzerland. Second, we want to investigate whether indoor radon concentration
Health impact assessment in complex eco-epidemiological settings: advancing tools and methods (Projects)
https://www.swisstph.ch/de/projects/project-detail/project/health-impact-assessment-in-complex-eco-epidemiological-settings-advancing-tools-and-methods
Health impact assessment (HIA) is an interdisciplinary approach that aims at predicting and managing potential positive and negative health effects of policies, programmes and projects on affected com
A project testing whether small solar powered electric fans improve comfort inside mosquito nets (Projects)
https://www.swisstph.ch/de/projects/project-detail/project/a-project-testing-whether-small-solar-powered-electric-fans-improve-comfort-inside-mosquito-nets
Background Long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are ineffective malaria transmission prevention tools if they are unused. Discomfort due to heat is the most commonly reported reason for not using ne
Prevention of Allergy, Risk factors for Sensitisation In children related to Farming and Anthroposophic Lifestyle (Projects)
https://www.swisstph.ch/de/projects/project-detail/project/prevention-of-allergy-risk-factors-for-sensitisation-in-children-related-to-farming-and-anthroposophic-lifestyle
Background and aims The overall aim of this European research project funded by the 5th EU framework program was to assess the role of certain environmental and lifestyle factors for the development o
Allergy and Endotoxin (Projects)
https://www.swisstph.ch/de/projects/project-detail/project/allergy-and-endotoxin
Background In industrialized countries and societies, the prevalence of childhood asthma and allergic diseases has risen throughout the last three decades. Several studies showed reduced prevalence of
