A review by the EPA looked at the most common types of air filters and found that using a combination of HEPA and carbon (like the Austin Air filters) is the most effective.
Dangerous, Unapproved Air Filtration Technologies
ESP and Ionizers
What is ionizing technology and why did the EPA warn us not to use it?
UV and UVGI
What is UV and UVGI and why doesn't the EPA recommend it?
PCO and Plasma
What is PCO and Plasma and what cautions did the EPA issue?