Nanoparticles put to the test

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Nanoparticles photo: Dr. Volkmar Richter Fraunhofer-Institut Keramische Technologien und Systeme Dresden (IKTS)
Nanoparticles photo: Dr. Volkmar Richter, Fraunhofer-Institut Keramische Technologien und Systeme Dresden (IKTS)

A new research project is investigating the effects of nanoparticles at the research and development stage on people’s health and the environment. These particles, which are less than 100 nanometres in size, are being developed, among other applications, for surface finishing, for catalysts and fuel cells or for use in the electrical industry.


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