Amar Aganović
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View article: Modeling sinusoidal exhalation: An unsteady Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes-based approach for predicting breathing flow dynamics
Modeling sinusoidal exhalation: An unsteady Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes-based approach for predicting breathing flow dynamics Open
Accurate modeling of exhalation dynamics is essential in estimating infection rates. In this study, we analyzed the predictive capabilities of three Unsteady Reynolds-Averaged Navier–Stokes (URANS)-based turbulence models: Realizable k–ε, …
View article: A quanta-independent approach for the assessment of strategies to reduce the risk of airborne infection
A quanta-independent approach for the assessment of strategies to reduce the risk of airborne infection Open
The Wells-Riley model is extensively used for retrospective and prospective modelling of the risk of airborne transmission of infection in indoor spaces. It is also used when examining the efficacy of various removal and deactivation metho…
View article: Multi-objective optimization of energy-efficient retrofitting strategies for single-family residential homes: Minimizing energy consumption, CO2 emissions and retrofit costs
Multi-objective optimization of energy-efficient retrofitting strategies for single-family residential homes: Minimizing energy consumption, CO2 emissions and retrofit costs Open
The retrofitting of buildings for improved energy efficiency has been recognized as crucial for achieving\nclimate mitigation goals in Bosnia and Herzegovina (B&H;). However, performing multi-objective\noptimizations for retrofitting exist…
View article: Does the exponential Wells–Riley model provide a good fit for human coronavirus and rhinovirus? A comparison of four dose–response models based on human challenge data
Does the exponential Wells–Riley model provide a good fit for human coronavirus and rhinovirus? A comparison of four dose–response models based on human challenge data Open
The risk assessments during the COVID‐19 pandemic were primarily based on dose–response models derived from the pooled datasets for infection of animals susceptible to SARS‐CoV. Despite similarities, differences in susceptibility between a…
View article: pH-dependent endocytosis mechanisms for influenza A and SARS-coronavirus
pH-dependent endocytosis mechanisms for influenza A and SARS-coronavirus Open
The ongoing SARS-CoV-2 pandemic and the influenza epidemics have revived the interest in understanding how these highly contagious enveloped viruses respond to alterations in the physicochemical properties of their microenvironment. By und…
View article: Comparative Evaluation of Four RANS Turbulence Models for Aerosol Dispersion from a Cough
Comparative Evaluation of Four RANS Turbulence Models for Aerosol Dispersion from a Cough Open
The study of aerosol dispersion in indoor environments is essential to understanding and mitigating airborne virus transmission, such as SARS-CoV-2. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) has emerged as a valuable tool for investigating aeroso…
View article: New dose-response model and SARS-CoV-2 quanta emission rates for calculating the long-range airborne infection risk
New dose-response model and SARS-CoV-2 quanta emission rates for calculating the long-range airborne infection risk Open
Predictive models for airborne infection risk have been extensively used during the pandemic, but there is yet still no consensus on a common approach, which may create misinterpretation of results among public health experts and engineers…
View article: Applying the response surface methodology to predict the energy retrofit performance of the TABULA residential building stock
Applying the response surface methodology to predict the energy retrofit performance of the TABULA residential building stock Open
Recent advances in computing software have enabled the development of calibrated building energy simulations tools that allow retrofit-related analysis including optimization and energy-efficient building design. However, to create a natio…
View article: Modeling the impact of indoor relative humidity on the infection risk of five respiratory airborne viruses
Modeling the impact of indoor relative humidity on the infection risk of five respiratory airborne viruses Open
With a modified version of the Wells-Riley model, we simulated the size distribution and dynamics of five airborne viruses (measles, influenza, SARS-CoV-2, human rhinovirus, and adenovirus) emitted from a speaking person in a typical resid…
View article: Experimental study on the exposure level of surgical staff to SARS-CoV-2 in operating rooms with mixing ventilation under negative pressure
Experimental study on the exposure level of surgical staff to SARS-CoV-2 in operating rooms with mixing ventilation under negative pressure Open
The purpose of this study was to reveal the exposure level of surgical staff to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) from the patient's nose and wound during operations on COVID-19 patients. The tracer gas N2O is us…
View article: Modeling the Impact of Indoor Relative Humidity on the Infection Risk of Five Respiratory Airborne Viruses
Modeling the Impact of Indoor Relative Humidity on the Infection Risk of Five Respiratory Airborne Viruses Open
With a modified version of the Wells-Riley model, we simulated the size distribution and dynamics of five airborne viruses (measles, influenza, SARS-CoV-2, human rhinovirus, and adenovirus) emitted from a speaking person in a typical resid…
View article: Cost-related analysis of implementing energy-efficient retrofit measures in the residential building sector of a middle-income country – A case study of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Cost-related analysis of implementing energy-efficient retrofit measures in the residential building sector of a middle-income country – A case study of Bosnia and Herzegovina Open
This study presents an in-depth analysis of the cost structure when planning EE retrofit measures in the\nresidential sector in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The analysis showed that implementing EE retrofit measures would result in substantial …
View article: A systematic review of operating room ventilation
A systematic review of operating room ventilation Open
Ventilation systems are the primary way of eliminating airborne pathogenic particles in an operating room (OR).\nHowever, such systems can be complex due to factors such as different surgical instruments, diverse room sizes,\nvarious staff…