Nanoparticles – known and unknown health risks
Наночастицы — известные и неизвестные риски для здоровья
2004-12-08
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Manmade nanoparticles range from the well-established multi-ton production of carbon black and fumed silica for applications in plastic fillers and car tyres to microgram quantities of fluorescent quantum dots used as markers in biological imaging. As nano-sciences are experiencing massive investment worldwide, there will be a further rise in consumer products relying on nanotechnology. While benefits of nanotechnology are widely publicised, the discussion of the potential effects of their widespread use in the consumer and industrial products are just beginning to emerge. This review provides comprehensive analysis of data available on health effects of nanomaterials.
Key Findings
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Although nanotechnology benefits are extensively publicized, potential health effects of nanoparticles in consumer and industrial products remain insufficiently characterized.
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Manmade nanoparticles span a broad production range, from multi-ton quantities of carbon black and fumed silica to microgram-scale fluorescent quantum dots.
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Nanotechnology investment and expanding consumer applications are expected to increase widespread exposure to engineered nanomaterials.
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The review comprehensively analyzes currently available evidence on the health effects of nanomaterials.
Research Object
Manmade nanoparticles and nanomaterials used in consumer and industrial products
Research Subject
Health effects and potential risks of widespread exposure to nanomaterials
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