Exposure to Engineered Nanomaterials in the Environment

Provides a new, holistic framework for testing and evaluating the potential benefits and risks of engineered nanomaterials (ENMs), including their potential socioeconomic impacts, ethical issues, and consumers' expectations and fears.

The book covers nanomaterial presence in various environments, agroecosystems, and other areas within the human sphere of actions. The book includes sections on (i) Chemical, physical, and biological properties, (ii) Presence and diffusion of ENMs in human environments, agriculture, food, and drug products, (iii) ENMs as a pillar in biological and medical research, and (iv) Social and regulatory issues emerging from years of application.

The book is designed to increase awareness among key end-users and stakeholders, including food producers and processors, industry, representatives of society and consumers, and those looking to implement an accurate and effective risk analysis procedure that promotes the sustainable use of nanotechnology.

Assesses both the positive and negative impacts of engineered nanomaterials in the environment

Shows how engineered nanomaterials are used in agricultural environments, food products, drugs, and cosmetics

Discusses the unique properties of a range of engineered nanomaterials that lead to their environmental effects