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Chemical Watch | News| Nanoparticles may affect water species ability to detect prey

Scientists have highlighted that citrate-coated silver nanoparticles may have a significant effect on ecological populations by influencing the ability of organisms to detect and avoid predators in the environment.
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AM - Safety concerns over nanoparticles in some sunscreens 05/03/2013

ROBERT SALMON: I think what we need to look at under these circumstances is the precautionary principle. If we want to introduce new technology into sun blocks, the people that are attempting to do that, or the manufacturers, need to prove that they don't cause problems.

I would want the labelling such that the people knew whether there were nanoparticles in these preparations or not so that the consumers could make some sort of informed choice by themselves.

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Professor of toxicology at the Australian Catholic University, Chris Winder, says further studies are critical.

CHRIS WINDER: Well this is a major policy problem. We can't just say 'Well the big sized particles are okay and therefore the small ones are as well'. This needs work.

I think that the nanoparticles may have some toxicity that we've yet to find. So I think we should be prudent and at least warn people that cosmetic products contain nanoparticles."

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Chemical Watch | News| Study indicates cosmetic powder nanoparticles have strong inhalation potential

A study examining the potential for human inhalation of nanoparticles through the use of nanotechnology-based cosmetic powders indicates that the predominant deposition of these particles would occur in the tracheobronchial and head airways rather than in the lungs.

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UCLA's Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center : In the News : Nanoparticles Found in Common Household Items Caused Genetic Damage in Mice

"Titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles, found in everything from cosmetics to sunscreen to paint to vitamins, caused systemic genetic damage in mice, according to a comprehensive study conducted by researchers at UCLA’s Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center."

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Nanoparticles Harm Crops - The Scientist Magazine®

Nanoparticles Harm Crops - The Scientist Magazine® | Nanotechnology & Health | Scoop.it
Manufactured nanomaterials, such as those found in cosmetics and fuel, affect soil productivity and food quality of soybean crops.
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foodconsumer.org - This food ingredient can damage your DNA

foodconsumer.org - This food ingredient can damage your DNA | Nanotechnology & Health | Scoop.it

"Nanoparticles like titanium oxide, iron oxide, zinc oxide, and silicon dioxide - which are commonly used in processed food, dietary supplements, cosmetics and personal care products may actually damage cells and DNA potentially leading to serious health conditions."

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At least four years in the making: Draft FDA guidelines on nanotechnology in food and cosmetics | Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy

At least four years in the making: Draft FDA guidelines on nanotechnology in food and cosmetics | Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy | Nanotechnology & Health | Scoop.it

"Despite manufacturer identified evidence that use of ENMs in consumer products, including food, continues to increase, and despite scientific literature that indicates ENMs may pose significant health risks, the FDA currently does not yet regulate ENMs. Strong final guidance documents can become a basis for subsequent mandatory regulation."

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