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Category Archives: Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology: Armed resistance
Nature assesses the aftermath of a series of nanotechnology-lab bombings in Mexico — and asks how the country became a target of eco-anarchists. Continue reading
Posted in Eco-terrorism, Nanotechnology
Why wood pulp is world’s new wonder material
THE hottest new material in town is light, strong and conducts electricity. What’s more, it’s been around a long, long time. Continue reading
Super-Strong, High-Tech Material Found to be Toxic to Aquatic Animals by Researchers at MU and USGS
Carbon nanotubes hold promise for industry but need monitoring, say researchers Continue reading
Posted in Nanotechnology
Nanoparticle ‘risk’ to food crops
A pair of widely used chemicals in the form of tiny “nanoparticles” have been shown to spread throughout a crop plant or affect growth and soil fertility. Continue reading
Posted in Nanotechnology
Sunlight May Trigger Nanoparticle Formation
Nanoparticles found in the environment could come from natural processes, not just from man-made sources. In rivers and other bodies of water, sunlight can help dissolved organic matter reduce silver and gold ions to form nanoparticles of the metals, according to researchers in China (ACS Nano, DOI: 10.1021/nn302293r). Continue reading
Posted in Nanotechnology
Scientists: Nanotech-based products offer great potential but unknown risks
Some experts push cautious approach as market keeps expanding Continue reading
Posted in Nanotechnology, Risk assessment
Silver from nanoparticles found in plants and animals
Hmm… is there any place on earth which is naturally free from nanoparticles? Continue reading
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White House Blocking EPA Efforts to Issue Rules on Nanomaterials, Advocates Say
I’m good with the idea of nanotech oversight. EPA, not so much. Environmental and other assorted “advocates,” not at all under any circumstance. Continue reading
Posted in Development, Environmentalism, EPA, Nanotechnology
Tagged anti development, greenie obstructionists, irrational fears
Nano-subs built to grab and move oil spills to collection site
Scientists say they have built a self-propelled “microsubmarine” that can scoop up oil from contaminated waters and take the droplets to a collection facility. Continue reading
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EU to Address Risks of Chemical Mixtures, Endocrine Disruptors, Nanosubstances
The European Union is preparing to build on the REACH law and related legislation to address concerns about chemicals in three areas considered to be insufficiently regulated: endocrine disruptors, the combined effects of chemical mixtures, and nanosubstances. Continue reading
Posted in Chemophobia, Endocrine disrupt., Nanotechnology
Tagged hysterical Europeans, irrational fears, overregulation, REACH
Study Links Plant Damage to Nanoparticles
Science fiction might have us believe that tiny particles seeping into soil and altering plant DNA will lead to the rise of giant killer tomatoes. But a new study suggests that exposure to certain nanoparticles may in fact have a shriveling effect on some plants. Continue reading
Posted in Nanotechnology
A Model To Predict Nanoparticle Toxicity
Nanomaterials: Researchers link semiconductor particles’ electrical properties and ability to cause inflammation Continue reading
Posted in Nanotechnology, Risk assessment
Nanotech filters ‘could boost superbugs’
The rise of antibiotic-resistant “superbugs” could result from an increased dependence on nanomaterials in water treatment, Chinese researchers say. Continue reading
Posted in Antibiotic resistance, Nanotechnology
Nanoscare: Children may have highest exposure to titanium dioxide nanoparticles
But there are no identified risks to health. Continue reading
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Sun lovers avoid sunscreen over fear of nanoparticles
SUN lovers may be raising their risk of skin cancer by avoiding sunscreen due to unfounded fears over nanoparticles, according to a federal government study. Continue reading
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Fiends of the Earth start new scare campaign
Now FoE are trying to terrorize kids and parents over nanoparticles Continue reading
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First nanotech suit filed by enviros
Courtesy of the Natural Resources Defense Council and just one day after the National Research Council announces EPA needs more regulatory authority. Continue reading
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Mega-scare over nanotech?
It’s a good thing the EPA wasn’t around when man discovered fire. Continue reading
Posted in Nanotechnology
Nanotech regulation: EPA IG says agency needs more data
“We found that EPA does not currently have sufficient information or processes to effectively manage the human health and environmental risks of nanomaterials.” Continue reading
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