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Nanomaterials and Insurances (Video)
In a short video clip on the results of the nanotechnology liability forum in Cologne speakers and participants from the insurance industry and the occupational... More
Natural nanocrystals shown to strengthen concrete
Cellulose nanocrystals derived from industrial byproducts have been shown to increase the strength of concrete, representing a potential renewable additive to improve the ubiquitous construction... More
From tobacco to cyberwood
Scientists from ETH Zurich have developed a thermometer which is at least 100 times more sensitive than previous temperature sensors. It consists of a bio-synthetic... More
New Monitoring System of Nano-Risks
(Cologne / St. Gallen) On the occasion of the nanotechnology liability forum in Cologne, held on the 17th of March, the reinsurance group Gen Re... More
Proposed reporting and recordkeeping for nanomaterials in the U.S.
On March 25, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed one-time reporting and recordkeeping requirements for nanoscale materials. While some shareholders consider the proposed rule... More
Nanotechnology platform shows promise for treating pancreatic cancer
UCLA researchers create a new method to target tumors. The method combines two drugs within specially designed nanoparticles and shows the same effectiveness as conventional... More
Following Pressure of an NGO: Producer of Donuts Abandons the Use of Titanium Dioxide
In the last few weeks, the sweet pastries have caused some uproar in the US-American media. The sugary toppings of donuts contain titanium dioxide as... More
Potential Toxicity of Cellulose Nanocrystals Examined
Novel nanomaterials derived from cellulose have many promising industrial applications, are biobased and biodegradable, and can be produced at relatively low cost. Their potential toxicity—whether... More