Joint Research Centre publishes 2nd report on EC nanomaterial definition; details differences among definitions
Opinion: Legality of Belgian nano register questioned
Legal expert elucidates scope and proceedings of Belgian nano register; questions compatibility with EU law
Conflicts of interest: EU consumer safety
New research by non-profit campaign group investigates industry links of scientists advising the EU
Adverse Outcome Pathways: wiki-based tool goes live
A new wiki platform provides a widely accessible interface for rapid knowledge sharing
Facts and figures on BPA
Dutch Institute for Public Health and the Environment summarizes current knowledge on BPA; to inform decision on risk reduction measures
PET bottles: Chemical migration affected by storage conditions
New study shows that prolonged storage times and heat increase levels of BPA and antimony in water bottled in PET
European Ombudsman calls for TTIP transparency
Public consultation aims to increase transparency surrounding the EU-US trade talks
Harmonizing human and ecological risk assessment of mixtures
EFSA gathers international experts to debate exposures to chemical mixtures
Non-allergic asthma not well understood
Wall Street Journal reports on new study linking phthalate exposure to asthma; researchers slowly unveil the mechanisms of non-allergic asthma
Danish guidelines for nano inventory
Danish EPA publishes guidelines for nanoproduct manufacturers and importers