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Rare earth nanoparticles under scrutiny
Some workers exposed to rare earths suffer chronic lung problems, which made UCLA scientist wonder about the toxicity of rare earth particles. They tested 10... More
New materials and nanotechnology for construction
The technology talk "Nanotechnology and New Materials for construction" of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research focused on innovative materials and nanotechnology developments... More
Technology talk "Safe Handling of Nanomaterials"
At the technology talk "Safe Handling of Nanomaterials" of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) relevant issues in nano-safety research were discussed. The... More
FAQ concerning nanomaterials in cosmetics
The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) posted frequently asked questions (FAQ) regarding the risk assessment of cosmetic products. Questions regarding nanomaterials address their... More
Book of recommendations for the European Commission
In the course of the NANOFORCE project three nanomaterials of great interest are tested and recommendations for the European Commission – with regard to the... More
Successful start of “SimplyNano 1®” -Teacher Trainings in Germany
Baden-Württemberg is the first German state which introduces the “SimplyNano 1®” experimental kit to schools and teacher training courses. The first teacher training course took... More
Nanotechnology in toothpaste
Toothpaste may contain up to three different ingredients possibly present in the form of nano-sized particles. Hydroxyapatite and titanium dioxide have been present in toothpastes... More
SimplyNano1® experimental kit in Spanish
The Innovation Society presents the nano-experimental kit „SimplyNano 1®“ in another language - Spanish. The experimental kit is still available for teachers in English, German,... More