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If you suffer from allergies and start to sneeze as soon as the season turns, you might not appreciate that pollen is a magical and powerful substance that actually holds the potential to solve forensic riddles and crimes. Masa Kekana headed to the University of Cape Town to meet a group of experts in palynology […]
On the couch: How pollen can help solve crimes
Pippa speaks to Dr. Dilys Berman who is an aerobiologist based at the UCT Lung Institute. Listen to the Podcast here.
Pollen analysis becoming a powerful crime-busing tool
Guest: Dr Dilys Berman – One of SA’s leading pollen analysts based at the UCT Lung Institute. Listen to the Podcast here.
Pollen science | Using pollen to solve crime
Pollen analysts in Cape Town say their science can be used to crack criminal cases. Scientists have been able to solve mysteries around murders, disappearances and drug trafficking. All this thanks to pollen identification. eNCA’s Monique Mortlock has the story. Courtesy #DStv403
Ragweed detected in South Africa
A highly allergenic weed native to North America has been detected in South African pollen spore traps. Researchers hadn’t expected this to happen so soon. They’re urging weed control boards to speedily remove ragweed. Professor Jonny Peter from the UCT Lung Institute spoke to Jane Dutton. Courtesy: #DStv403
Interview with Dr Jonny Peter and Alisha Mckintosh Pharma Dynamics
Spring Time: Tracking and understanding Pollen
Dr Frank Neumann from the Wits Evolutionary Studies Institute explain the process of pollen tracking and its importance in understanding pollen related allergies. Produced & Edited: Lwazi Maseko Sound: Ntombi Mkandhla Reporter: Tumi Modiba
Prof Jonny Peter on SABC, The Agenda
Prof Jonny Peter on SABC The Full View – Impact of Pollen on public health
Scientists predict that pollen counts will quadruple in the next 20 to 30 years, making life unbearable for those with pollen sensitivities. They say people who don’t normally suffer from hay fever may likely start to. Asthma attacks may also increase.
