Dr. Angela Southey, PhD, MPH

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Chief Technical Officer | Expert in Indoor Air Quality, Product Validation & Laboratory Accreditation

Dr. Angela Southey in lab coat at Airmid Healthgroup’s accredited virology and IAQ testing facility

Dr. Angela Southey leads testing design and ISO 17025 lab operations at Airmid Healthgroup, supporting infection control, indoor air quality, and antiviral product testing.

Dr. Angela Southey is the Chief Technical Officer at Airmid Healthgroup, bringing over 25 years of experience in biomedical research, virology, and environmental health sciences. She leads the development and execution of rigorous testing protocols for consumer products aimed at improving indoor air quality (IAQ), including air purifiers, HVAC filters, textiles, and antimicrobial coatings.

 Angela’s expertise encompasses the design of bespoke and standardized testing methodologies aligned with ASHRAE 52.2, 185.3, and 241 standards. She has been instrumental in establishing and maintaining ISO 17025-accredited laboratories, ensuring the highest quality and reliability in testing outcomes. Her work supports manufacturers in substantiating product claims and contributes to healthier indoor environments.

Areas of Expertise

  • Indoor air quality assessment and improvement strategies
  • Development and validation of product testing protocols
  • ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation and quality management systems
  • Virology and microbiology laboratory techniques
  • Data analysis and interpretation for product performance
  • Technical writing, including SOPs, client proposals, and test reports

Academic Background

  • PhD in Biochemistry, University College Dublin – Research focused on lung fibrosis
  • Master of Public Health (MPH), University College Dublin – Specialized in environmental health
  • Diploma in Health Economics, Institute of Public Administration
  • BSc in Microbiology, University College Cork

Career Highlights

  • Airmid Healthgroup: CTO since December 2023; previously served as Technical Manager and Laboratory Manager, contributing to the establishment of testing facilities and ISO 17025 accreditation.
  • Sonitus Systems Ltd.: Quality Manager and Senior Air Quality Scientist; established a particulate monitor calibration laboratory and implemented ISO 9001:2015 quality management system.
  • Abbott Diagnostics and Wyeth Biopharma: Roles in virology and immunoassay development, focusing on quality control and validation processes.
  • Academic Research: Postdoctoral studies in Japan on ulcerative colitis; research on tuberculosis vaccination in badgers at UCD’s Veterinary College.

Publications & Presentations

Angela has authored and co-authored numerous publications on topics such as allergen exposure, indoor air pollutants, and product efficacy. She has presented her research at international conferences, including the ENERGY IN BUILDINGS 2024 conference in Athens, where she discussed the independent validation of products aimed at improving IAQ.

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Contributing Author

Angela is a regular contributor to Airmid Healthgroup’s Aerobiology Thought Leadership Blog, where she shares insights on IAQ, product testing methodologies, and the latest research in environmental health sciences.

👉 Explore her articles on her author page