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The SafeNANO blog is no stranger to the use (and possible abuse) of nanometre-scale silver—products ranging from silver-enhanced socks and toothpaste to plush toys and cure-alls have all appeared in the spotlight recently.  With each passing month, the number of nano-silver gizmos on the market is growing.  Back in March 2006 when the ...

What do Alzheimers and body armour have in common?  The answer could lie in the structures formed when proteins self-assemble at the nanoscale.  At the end of last year, The Daily Telegraph Science Editor Roger Highfield wrote in an article:“The protein linked with Alzheimer's disease has inspired the design of ''nanoyarns'' that could ...

It’s been a long slog, but the end of 2007 is in sight.  A year of endless meetings, papers by the bunch, and more frequent flyer miles than any sane person should rack up (got to get that Carbon footprint under control). But did this all add up to progress on the safe nano front?  Here’s my personal and admittedly subjective round-up of ...

We are now fast approaching the end of 2007. Overall, when I reflect on the year is clear that things are happening. Many initiatives have begun or are moving forward, more research groups are active, more information concerning the toxicity of various types on nanomaterials is emerging on a case by case basis, and guidance is developing. But if I ...

When it comes to addressing the potential risks of engineered nanomaterials, no-one can accuse the UK Government of not having a plan. Today’s publication of the report “Characterizing the potential risks posed by engineered nanoparticles.  A second UK Government research report” demonstrates a commitment to identifying and addressing key ...

The first round of submissions in NMP-2007-1.3 Health Safety and Environmental impacts is over. How was it for you? Was the scope correct and how was the submission process? What changes in scope or process would you like to see next time round? Let us know what you think.