The risk assessment of nanoparticles and nanomaterials is of key importance for the continuous development in the new field of nanotechnology. Humans are increasingly being exposed to nanoparticles and nanomaterials, placing stress on the development and validation of reproducible toxicity tests. Tests currently used include genotoxicity and cytotoxicity tests, and in vivo toxicity models. The unique characteristics of nanoparticles and nanomaterials are responsible for their toxicity and interaction with biological macromolecules within the human body. This may lead to the development of diseases and clinical disorders. A loss in cell viability and structure can also occur in exposed tissues as well as inflammation and granuloma formation. The future of nanotechnology depends on the responsible assessment of nanoparticles and nanomaterials read more ...

References:

• Nanotechnology in Water Treatment Applications
• Lab-on-a-Chip Technology
• Real-Time PCR: Current Technology and Applications
• Environmental Molecular Microbiology
• PCR publications
• Environmental Microbiology publications
• Bacteriology

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