date:May 16, 2012
their potential effect on human health following consumption, which has received little attention; and the lack of awareness, which has raised concerns regarding the safety of nanomaterials in biological and food applications,said the report.
Existing research has flagged-up several potential nanotechnology-related health risks, including the potential ability of nanomaterials to enter the bloodstream through skin contact, ingestion and inhalation.
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