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NIOSH: Exposure limits are uncertain for nano particles

January 11, 2017
Nanotechnology is a broad name given to a wide range of technologies and materials that create, manipulate, or use particles that have one thing in common - their size. Nanotechnology (or nanoscience) involves materials that are extremely small and have dimensions roughly between 1 and 100 nanometres (nm).
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A look back at AIHce 2014:

NIOSH's Geraci describes new model for nanomaterials science, previews agency research

Kay Bechtold
September 8, 2014

As nanomaterials quickly make their way into many commercial sectors, it’s up to industrial hygienists to ensure this technology moves forward safely and responsibly, Chuck Geraci, PhD, CIH, said during NIOSH’s annual nanotechnology update at AIHce 2014 in San Antonio. Geraci, coordinator of the NIOSH Nanotechnology Research Center, outlined current challenges and changes related to nanotechnology and provided a sneak peek at upcoming work at NIOSH.


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Gloves may not protect against nanoparticles

New test method may be used on other protective clothing
July 17, 2013

A newly developed testing method shows that nanoparticles may penetrate through some types of gloves under conditions simulating workplace use.


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