The Toxicology of Nanomaterials (The good, the bad and the ugly)

Held in conjunction with Nanomedicine 2013

10 Apr 2013, at 09.00 - 12.30 in Barcelona, Spain

Who should attend?

The course is suitable for scientists, technicians, engineers and clinicians who would like to be informed about nano-toxicology – the new science associated with the potential harmful effects of nanomaterials.  The course will provide a comprehensive overview of the latest research on the toxic effects of a diverse range of nanomaterials which humans are exposed to every day of their lives.

The course will be in two parts:

Part I  

Identify for the attendee:

• The properties which affect the transport and toxicity of a nanoparticle
• Answer the question “Do nanoparticles accumulate in the body” and cause harm
• Explain how nanoparticles behave in the natural environment.

Part II 

Will develop a discussion around the reported beneficial versus the harmful effects of nanomaterials.