Nanotechnology
Carcinogenicity of nanomaterials
The German Federal Environment Agency (UBA) has published a review of available studies on the carcinogenicity and mutagenicity of nanomaterials. The review, conducted by the... More
Biodistribution of carbon nanotubes in the body
Having perfected an isotope labeling method allowing extremely sensitive detection of carbon nanotubes in living organisms, CEA (Commissariat à l’énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives)... More
Release of (nano) silver from textiles
The antibacterial properties of silver-coated textiles are popular in the fields of sport and medicine. A team at Empa has now investigated how different silver... More
FDA issues final guidance on the use of nanotechnology
Three final guidance and one draft guidance were issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration providing greater regulatory clarity for industry on the use... More
Bactericidal activity of nanodiamonds
Material scientists from Bremen (Germany) and Stanford have identified nanodiamonds as potent bactericidal agents. The bactericidal effect of the nanodiamonds is likely caused by acid... More
Nano-Platform is awarded the „Best of 2014“ certificate
The Nano-Platform “Safe Handling of Nanomaterials” of the German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV) has recently been awarded the “Best of 2014” Certificate at the IT-Innovation... More
Lively activity concerning nano regulation in the EU
Various activities concerning the regulation of nanomaterials in the European Union have been reported within the last few days. Of particular interest are the activities... More
8th Intl. Nano-Authorities Dialogue hosted by the BMUB
At the invitation of the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Building and Nuclear Safety (BMUB), delegates of ministries, authorities and research institutes... More