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Title: Advancing risk assessment of engineered nanomaterials: Application of computational approaches
Date: 12/2012
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Abstract: Nanotechnology that develops novel materials at size of 100 nm or less has become one of the most promising areas of human endeavor. Because of their intrinsic properties, nanoparticles are commonly employed in electronics, photovoltaic, catalysis, environmental and space engineering, cosmetic industry and – finally – in medicine and pharmacy. In that sense, nanotechnology creates great opportunities for the progress of modern medicine. However, recent studies have shown evident toxicity of some nanoparticles to living organisms (toxicity), and their potentially negative impact on environmental ecosystems (ecotoxicity). Lack of available data and low adequacy of experimental protocols prevent comprehensive risk assessment. The purpose of this review is to present the current state of knowledge related to the risks of the engineered nanoparticles and to assess the potential of efficient expansion and development of new approaches, which are offered by application of theoretical and computational methods, applicable for evaluation of nanomaterials.
Non-technical Summary: The purpose of this review is to present the current state of knowledge related to the risks of the engineered nanoparticles and to assess the potential of efficient expansion and development of new approaches, which are offered by application of theoretical and computational methods, applicable for evaluation of nanomaterials.
Content Emphasis Review Article
Exposure Or Hazard Target Mammalian
Exposure Pathway Other/Unspecified
Method Of Study Computational and System Modeling
Paper Type Hazard
Particle Type Other/Unspecified
Production Method Engineered
Risk Exposure Group General Population
Target Audience Technical Research
Citation: Advanced Drug Delivery Reviews, 64(15): 1663-1693 (December 2012)
Publication: Advanced Drug Delivery Reviews
Author: Gajewicz A, Rasulev B, Dinadayalane TC, Urbaszek P, Puzyn T, Leszczynska D, Leszczynski J
Volume: 64
Number: 15
Pages: 1663-1693
     


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