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Originally submitted by: Rafael Popper
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Source of inspiration

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The source of the Weak Signal is

http://www.futureforall.org/nanotechnology/risks.htm

Signal's headline

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Nanopollutants

Signal's description

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Please describe the Weak Signal (approx. 150 words)

Nanopollutants are nanoparticles small enough to enter your lungs or be absorbed by your skin. Nanopollutants can be natural or man-made. Nanoparticles are used in some of the products found on shelves today, like anti-aging cosmetics and sunscreen. The highest risk is to the workers in nanotechnology research and manufacturing processes.

Keywords

nanoparticles, pollution, nanotechnology, health, nanoproducts

Signal's first apperance

2005-now

Importance

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Level 3: important for the European Union
Level 4: important for the whole world

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