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Nano-antibiotics
Antibiotic resistance is a growing problem, especially among a type of bacteria that are classified as “Gram-negative.” These bacteria have two cell membranes, making it... More
New KAN Review on Standardization in Nanotechnology
Germany’s Commission for Occupational Health and Safety (KAN) released in May 2017 a report entitled Standardization in nanotechnology — Status review and requirements analysis from... More
New BAuA Report on Granular Biopersistent Particles (GBP) at Workplaces
Germany’s Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA) has published the final report for the project “Methodology for the Identification of Granular Biopersistent Particles... More
ECHA publishes REACH Guidance for nanomaterials
ECHA has published five documents that will help registrants preparing dossiers that cover nanoforms ahead of the 2018 registration deadline. The documents include two new... More
„SimplyNano 2“: Secondary school in Frauenfeld receives 20 „SimplyNano 2“ experimental kits
On June 14, the first "SimplyNano 2" course took place at Baumer Electric AG. The company funded 20 experimenting kits and a course for secondary... More
Graphene oxide shows developmental toxicity in fish embryos
The risks of Graphene oxide (GO) for human health and the environment are investigated with high priority, due to its tremendous potential applications in several... More
«Vienna Declaration» demands adjustment of REACH by 2020
During the 11th International Nano-Authorities-Dialogue in March of 2017, the “Vienna Declaration” was adopted by the German-speaking delegations of authorities. As a consequence and recommendation,... More
Nano silica in foodstuffs could cause gastrointenstinal inflammation - Reduction required
The anti-caking agent silica E551 has been used for many years in the food industry as well as in toothpaste. Hanspeter Nägeli (UZH) and his... More