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SimplyNano 2 used in all schools of four Swiss cantons
The shortage of skilled workers in technical professions is increasing throughout Switzerland. The canton of St.Gallen is countering this - among other things with the... More
600 SimplyNano 2 - experimental kits for schools in Eastern Switzerland
The three cantons of St.Gallen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden and Appenzell Innerrhoden are using 600 SimplyNano 2 experimental kits in all secondary schools as a new learning... More
Microplastics in our oceans
Microplastics are increasingly concerning to society because they are suspected of causing harm to humans and the environment. A recent paper determined the risk of... More
14th International Nano-Dialogue on "Life Cycle and Regulation of Advanced (Nano-)Materials»
On November 12th and 13th 2020, the 14th International Nano-Dialogue took place not as planned in Vaduz, but virtually – because of an approximately 100... More
Disposable or fabric? Here’s what matters
Anyone who wants to protect themselves and others from a COVID-19 infection wears a mask these days. But what about the environmental impact of this... More
Scientific committees: EU-wide restriction best way to reduce microplastic pollution
The Committee for Socio-economic Analysis (SEAC) has adopted its opinion on a landmark restriction proposal, which would ban microplastics in products such as cosmetics, detergents,... More
Human Biomonitoring as an Instrument of the European Chemicals Policy
At an international conference on "Human Biomonitoring for science and chemical policy", Federal Environment Minister Svenja Schulze and UBA President Dirk Messner spoke out in... More
Are plant-based bioplastics less harmful than conventional plastics?
So-called "bioplastics" are regarded as an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional, petroleum-based plastics, but consist of a chemical mix of up to 20,000 substances. Are... More