Bioaerosol deposition in single and two-bed hospital rooms: A numerical and experimental study

► Spatial deposition of Staphylococcus aureus in model hospital rooms is experimentally measured. ► CFD comparison shows RSM turbulence model yields best predicted deposition. ► Small diameter bioaerosols can result in surface contamination throughout a room. ► Ventilation design and partitions can reduce cross-contamination between beds.