The Vireo Advisors blog brings you the latest news and developments in safe, sustainable and bio-based materials and products including novel foods and sustainable nanomaterials.
Inhalation of Cellulose Nanomaterials: Vireo Advisors Safety Spotlight
In this post, we update our knowledge on inhalation of cellulose nanocrystal (CNC) and cellulose nano/micro fibril (CNF/CMF) dusts and discuss best practices for working safely with them.
Evaluating the Completeness and Quality of Curated Nanomaterial Data
In their recent article, Robinson et al., (2016) identify that with the increasing use of nanotechnology, "the curation of nanomaterial data into electronic resources is crucial to [realize] the potential of nanotechnology to deliver benefits to society whilst having acceptable impacts upon human health and the environment".
EPA Expected Soon to Issue a Final Rule Regarding the Implementation of the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act
According to Woodworking Network, the EPA is expected to soon deliver their final rule regarding implementation of the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act, which added Title VI to the Toxic Substances Control Act.