Nanotechnology Industry Association expresses concern over nano registers at European Commission workshop
July 8, 2014
No difference between nano- and conventional silver
Swiss federal laboratories compare behavior of nano- and conventional silver in treated textiles; sound all-clear for nanosilver
July 8, 2014
Lack of standardized measurement methods challenges nano industry
New report of the EC Joint Research Center reveals challenges of a recommended EU-wide nano-definition
July 8, 2014
Nanomaterials: Which transparency measure to choose?
EC still undecided on measure to increase transparency of nanomaterial use, EU-wide register or Member State patchwork
July 1, 2014
Mixture toxicity of nanoparticles and PAHs
New project investigates combined toxicity of nanoparticles and polyaromatic hydrocarbons
July 1, 2014
OECD to publish nanomaterial testing data
OECD decides to make testing data on nanomaterials publicly available
July 1, 2014
Opportunities and challenges of nanotechnology
New report of Swedish Society of Nature Conservation assesses nanotechnology; action at Swedish and European level urgently needed
June 27, 2014
US FDA issues nano-guidances
US FDA publishes draft guidances on nanotechnology in food, cosmetics and animal feed; manufacturers encouraged to consult with the agency before marketing their products
June 26, 2014
Nanoparticles may lead to poor digestion
News channel reports on nanomaterial exposure from packaged foods; may lead to poor digestion or diarrhea; nanoparticles not removed in waste water treatment plants
June 25, 2014
Danish nano-register enters into force
Manufacturers are required to register products and mixtures containing nanomaterials; food contact materials are exempted
