Water treatment may not remove nanoparticles

Water treatment may not remove nanoparticles

A recent US study has concluded that the use of nanoparticles in consumer products is resulting in nanoparticles in drinking water sources and that treatment may not remove them. The study looked at three common nanoparticles – zinc oxide, silver and titanium dioxide....

Nanoparticles in tattoo ink could cause cancer

Researchers from the UK’s University of Bradford have raised concerns about the dangers of some tattoo inks and their potential to cause illnesses, including cancers. Evidence has been found that nanoparticles from the ink can leave the skin (most likely via its dense...