What Are the Unique Challenges in Hazard Identification for Nanomaterials?
1. Limited Data: There is often a lack of comprehensive data on the long-term effects of nanomaterials. 2. Complex Interactions: Nanomaterials can interact with biological systems in complex ways, making it difficult to predict their behavior. 3. Variability: The properties of nanomaterials can vary significantly even within the same type, depending on their synthesis and processing, which complicates hazard identification. 4. Measurement Techniques: Standardized methods for measuring exposure and effects are still under development, which can lead to inconsistent results.
