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Correction to: Analysis of the Fungal Flora in Environmental Dust Samples by PCR-SSCP Method

Tobias Janke1, Karin Schwaiger2, Markus Ege3

  • 1Institute of Animal Hygiene, Technische Universität München, Weihenstephaner Berg 3, 85354, Freising, Germany. tobias.janke@wzw.tum.de.

Current Microbiology
|August 26, 2019
PubMed

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This article corrects a conflict of interest statement for co-author Erika von Mutius. She has disclosed multiple patents related to allergy and autoimmune disorder treatments.

Area of Science:

  • Immunology
  • Allergy Research

Background:

  • A previous version of this article contained an error in the conflict of interest disclosure for co-author Erika von Mutius.
  • Accurate disclosure of financial interests is crucial for scientific integrity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To amend the conflict of interest statement for Erika von Mutius.
  • To provide a complete and accurate record of her relevant disclosures.

Main Methods:

  • Review of original article and co-author's financial interests.
  • Addition of detailed patent information and royalty disclosures.

Main Results:

  • Erika von Mutius is listed as an inventor on four patents.
  • These patents cover compositions for prophylaxis and treatment of allergic diseases, allergy protection extracts, and compounds for allergic, inflammatory, and autoimmune disorders.
  • She has received royalties for one patent involving environmental bacteria for treating allergic and autoimmune disorders.

Conclusions:

  • The conflict of interest statement has been corrected to include all relevant disclosures.
  • Accurate financial disclosures ensure transparency in scientific research related to allergy and autoimmune diseases.

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