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Safety experts ill-equipped to handle nanotechnology in workplace

12-28-2006 · EurekAlert!

In a new article, "Nanotechnology and Safety," published by Cleanroom Technology, the Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies Chief Science Advisor Andrew Maynard urges the need for a strategic plan and more resources for risk research to ensure safe nano-workplaces today and in the future.

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