Growing use of nanomaterials spurs research to investigate possi...

Courtesy EurekAlert! - Chemistry, Physics and Materials Sciences  Thu, 06/12/2008 - 22:00

(Arizona State University) There is increasing concern about possible negative impacts from nanoscale materials used in commercial products, specifically when nanomaterials find their way into the body or out into the environment.Arizona State University researchers are studying the potential risks that could arise as humans are exposed to more nanomaterials, and as nanoparticles are transported into waterways and soils.

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