RIVM develops framework to evaluate applicability of read-across for nanomaterials; approach proves useful in hypothetical case studies, but additional information is needed
June 11, 2015
OECD publishes nanomaterial safety testing data
OECD reveals results of testing program on nanomaterials and concludes that standard chemical testing guidelines are mostly applicable to nanomaterials
June 5, 2015
Sweden develops nanomaterial registry
KEMI drafts proposal for national nanomaterial register, conducts impact assessment and consults with agencies and stakeholders; process to be finalized by December 1, 2015
May 6, 2015
Research needed on nanomaterials in active food packaging
Australian scientists review nanomaterials used in active food packaging systems and urge for further research on their migration from packaging into food
April 21, 2015
Review article on nano-food packaging
Korean scientists give an overview of recent developments in nano-food packaging including migration research and status of nationa legislations
April 21, 2015
Study evaluates migration of silver nanoparticles from FCMs
Ionic silver but no silver nanoparticles migrated from FCMs into food simulants
April 16, 2015
EFSA evaluates zinc oxide nanoparticles for use in FCMs
CEF Panel considers zinc oxide to be safe in nanoform, concerns exist over migration of soluble ionic zinc
April 15, 2015
RIVM calls for innovation in risk assessment of nanoparticles
Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) assessed current state of affairs with regards to development and use of nanomaterials
April 9, 2015
JRC works on cytotoxicity screening of nanomaterials
Interlaboratory comparison study identifies reproducible cytotoxicity assay for nanomaterials
March 30, 2015
Australia: Calls for nanomaterial ban in food and packaging
Australian health campaigners call for mandatory register of nanomaterials and products containing nanomaterials
