Abstract

ZEA, Hugo Ricardo. Nanomaterials: health effects and legislation. Ing. Investig. [online]. 2012, vol.32, n.1, pp.36-41. ISSN 0120-5609.

The mechanisms by which nanomaterials interact with biological systems is not well understood and although the benefits of some nanomaterials are evident, some offset effects on health and the environment may occur; however, scientific information is scarce. This document gives a brief description of the effects of nanomaterials on health and the current tendencies in developing the pertinent regulations.

Keywords : Nanomaterials; health effects; legislation.

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