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Nontoxic Dopamine-Based Nanocoating Holds Promise for Flame Retardant Applications

Inspired by a naturally occurring material found in marine mussels, researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have created a new flame retardant to replace commercial additives that are often toxic and can accumulate over time in the environment and living animals, including humans.

6 Oct 2015

Countries Must Collaborate on Regulatory Aspects of Nanotechnology in Agri and Food Sector

An overview of regulatory solutions worldwide on the use of nanotechnology in food and feed production shows a differing approach: only the EU and Switzerland have nano-specific provisions incorporated in existing legislation, whereas other countries count on non-legally binding guidance and standards for industry. Collaboration among countries across the globe is required to share information and ensure protection for people and the environment, according to a JRC co-authored paper.

14 Sep 2015

PETA Funds Development of in vitro Toxicity Test for Exposure to Nanomaterials

The PETA International Science Consortium Ltd. announced today the winners of a $200,000 award for the design of an in vitro test to predict the development of lung fibrosis in humans following exposure to nanomaterials, such as multi-walled carbon nanotubes.

1 Sep 2015

New Less Toxic Antiparasitic Nanoparticles for Fighting Ticks

The common tick is a parasite whose bite damages the flesh and skin of cattle, as well as affects the quality of their milk, plus it can transmit infections to humans.

1 Sep 2015

Researchers Begin to Design Framework for Emerging Field of Nanoinformatics

In two new studies, researchers from across the country spearheaded by Duke University faculty have begun to design the framework on which to build the emerging field of nanoinformatics.

19 Aug 2015

Nano-C Granted EPA Approval to Manufacture, Sell Single Walled Carbon Nanotubes

Nano-C, Inc. received clearance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to manufacture and sell Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (SWCNT) for a wide range of applications.

22 Jul 2015

NIST Launches New nano-EHS Protocol Website

As engineered nanomaterials increasingly find their way into commercial products, researchers who study the potential environmental or health impacts of those materials face a growing challenge to accurately measure and characterize them. These challenges affect measurements of basic chemical and physical properties as well as toxicology assessments.

1 Jul 2015

Research on Environmental Impact of Nanoparticle Usage in Agriculture Honored with Agilent Thought Leader Award

Agilent Technologies Inc. today announced that Dr. Arturo Keller has received an Agilent Thought Leader Award in support of his research on the use of nanoparticles in agriculture and the environmental consequences.

From Agilent Technologies Inc. 10 Jun 2015

Study on Role of Ingested Nanoparticles in Physiology, Function of Gut and Gut Microbiome

Researchers at Binghamton University believe understanding nano particles’ ability to influence our metabolic processing may be integral to mediating metabolic disorders and obesity, both of which are on the rise and have been linked to processed foods.

9 Jun 2015

Nano Health & Safety Consortium Launched by SUNY Poly CNSE and NIOSH

As a testament to Governor Andrew Cuomo’s pioneering leadership in establishing New York State’s global prominence in nanoelectronics research and development and commercialization, SUNY Polytechnic Institute’s Colleges of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (SUNY Poly CNSE) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) today announced the launch of the Nano Health & Safety Consortium (NHSC).

From College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering, University at Albany 21 May 2015

Nanotoxicology News

Nontoxic Dopamine-Based Nanocoating Holds Promise for Flame Retardant Applications

Countries Must Collaborate on Regulatory Aspects of Nanotechnology in Agri and Food Sector

PETA Funds Development of in vitro Toxicity Test for Exposure to Nanomaterials

New Less Toxic Antiparasitic Nanoparticles for Fighting Ticks

Researchers Begin to Design Framework for Emerging Field of Nanoinformatics

Nano-C Granted EPA Approval to Manufacture, Sell Single Walled Carbon Nanotubes

NIST Launches New nano-EHS Protocol Website

Research on Environmental Impact of Nanoparticle Usage in Agriculture Honored with Agilent Thought Leader Award

Study on Role of Ingested Nanoparticles in Physiology, Function of Gut and Gut Microbiome

Nano Health & Safety Consortium Launched by SUNY Poly CNSE and NIOSH

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