Nanotechnology has recently found applications in many fields such as consumer products,
medicine and environment. Nanoparticles display unique properties and vary widely …

With the rapid progress of nanotechnology, various nanoparticles (NPs) have been
applicated in our daily life. In the field of nanotechnology, metal-based NPs are an important …

The present opinion deals with an updated safety assessment of the food additive titanium
dioxide (E 171) based on new relevant scientific evidence considered by the Panel to be …

Titanium dioxide, first manufactured a century ago, is significant in industry due to its
chemical inertness, low cost, and availability. The white mineral has a wide range of …

Background: Secondary organic aerosols (SOAs) formed from anthropogenic or biogenic
gaseous precursors in the atmosphere substantially contribute to the ambient fine particulate …

Titanium dioxide is a ubiquitous white material found in a diverse range of products from
foods to sunscreens, as a pigment and thickener, amongst other uses. Titanium dioxide has …

During the last 30 years, the comet assay has become widely used for the measurement of
DNA damage and repair in cells and tissues. A landmark achievement was reached in 2016 …

The last two decades have witnessed explosive growth in the field of nanoengineering and
nanomedicine. In particular, engineered nanoparticles have garnered great attention due to …

The health effects of exposure to secondary organic aerosols (SOAs) are still limited. Here,
we investigated and compared the toxicities of soot particles (SP) coated with β-pinene SOA …

Nanomaterials have outstanding and unprecedented advantageous material properties but
may also cause adverse effects in humans upon exposure. Testing nanomaterials for …