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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Nanotechnology is a rapidly advancing industry with many new products already available to the public. Therefore, it is essential to gain an understanding of the possible health risks associated with exposure to nanomaterials and to...

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Main Authors: Bermudez Edilberto, Cesta Mark F, Antao-Menezes Aurita, Turpin Elizabeth A, Mangum James B, Bonner James C
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-11-01
Series:Particle and Fibre Toxicology
Online Access:http://www.particleandfibretoxicology.com/content/3/1/15