- Websites for more information or to discuss nanotechnology occupational health and safety issues
- Occupational exposure & risk assessment articles & reports
- Detection, monitoring & characterization of nanomaterials
- Nanomaterial exposure control/respirators
- Legal/policy issues related to nanotechnology occupational health & safety

Websites for more information or to discuss nanotechnology occupational health and safety issues

• GoodNanoGuide: Interactive forum to exchange ideas on how to safely handle nanomaterials in the workplace (International Sponsors) Link.
• International Council on Nanotechnology (ICON) . A partnership for nanotechnology stewardship and sustainability. Link.
• IRSST. Reports, Updates, literature reviews on occupational health & safety issues related to nanomaterials. Link.
• NanoSafe: Safe Production and Use of Nanomaterials (Europe) Link.
• National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH) Nanotechnology Page (United States) Link.
• Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Database on research into the safety of manufactured nanomaterials (International). Link.
• SafeNano. United Kingdom's independent source on nanotechnology Hazard & Risk. Link.
• Safe Work Australia. Engineered nanomaterials: Evidence on the effectiveness of workplace controls to prevent exposure. Link.
• University of Wisconsin - Madison, CSHEMA, Iowa State University, The University of Toledo, The University of Akron. (May 2007). Website - Videos from the conference

Occupational exposure & risk assessment articles & reports

• Abbott LC, Maynard AD. (2010). Exposure Assessment Approaches for Engineered Nanomaterials. Risk Analysis. July 8 Ahead of print, PMID: 20626687. Abstract
• Australian Council of Trade Unions. (February 2009). Seminar - Nanotechnology: The Next Asbestos? Presentations
• Aitken, R. J., Creely, K. S., & Tran, C. L. (2004). Nanoparticles: An occupational hygiene review. Health & Safety Executive, Suffolk United Kingdom. Report
• Australian Safety and Compensation Council. (July 2006). A Review of the Potential Occupational Health and Safety Implications of Nanotechnology. Report
• Balbus, J.M., Florini, K., Denison, R.A. and Walsh, S.A. (January 2007). Protecting workers and the environment: An environmental NGO’s perspective on nanotechnology. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 11-22. Abstract.
• BAuA (German Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health). (2007). Working Programme 2007-2010 for safe, healthy and competitive workplaces. Report.
• Boccuni, F., Rondinone, B., Petyx, C., Lavicoli, S. (May-June 2008). Potential occupational exposure to manufactured nanoparticles in Italy. Journal of Cleaner Production. 16(8-9): 949-956.
• Borm, P.J.A, Robbins, D., Haubold, S., Kuhlbusch, T., Fissan, H., Donaldson K., Schins, R., Stone, V., Kreyling, W., Lademann, J., Krutmann, J., Warheit, D. & Oberdorster, E. (August 2006). The potential risks of nanomaterials: a review carried out for ECETOC. Particle and Fibre Toxicology, 3:11. Abstract. Article.
• Borm, P.J.A & Müller-Schulte, M. (August 2006). Nanoparticles in drug delivery and environmental exposure: same size, same risks? Nanomedicine, Vol. 1, No. 2, 235-249. Article.
• Castranova, V. (January 2009). The Nanotoxicology Research Program in NIOSH Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 11(1): 5-13. Abstract
• Conti, J.A., Killpack, K. et al. (May 2008). Health and Safety Practices in the Nanomaterials Workplace: Results from an International Survey. Environ. Sci. Technol., 42(9): 3155-3162. Abstract
• Council on State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE). (2007). Occupational and environmental risks of nanotechnology. Statement.
• Duffin, R., Tran, L. and Brown, D. (January 2007). Proinflammogenic Effects of Low-Toxicity and Metal Nanoparticles In Vivo and In Vitro: Highlighting the Role of Particle Surface Area and Surface Reactivity. Inhalation Toxicology, 19(10): 849 - 856. Abstract
• Elder, A., Gelein, R., Silva, V., Feikert, T., Opanashuk, L., Carter, J., Potter, R., Maynard, A., Ito, Y. Finkelstein, J., and Oberdörster, G. (August 2006). Translocation of inhaled ultrafine manganese oxide particles to the central nervous system . Environmental health perspectives, Volume 114, Number 8: 1172 -1178. Abstract. Article
• Engineered Nanoparticles: Review of Health and Environmental Safety (ENRHES). (2010, January). Edinburgh Napier University, Institute of Occupational Medicine (ION), Technical University of Denmark (DTU), Institute for Health and Consumer Protection of the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC), and the Institute of Nanotechnology (IoN). Final Report
• Environment Protection Agency. (January 2009). Nanoscale Materials Stewardship Program. Interim Report.
• European Agency for Safety and Health at Work. (June 2009). Workplace exposure to nanoparticles. Literature Review.
• Garnett, M. C., and Kallinteri, P. (August 2006). Nanomedicines and nanotoxicology: some physiological principles. Occupational Medicine, 56: 307 - 311. Abstract. Article.
• Gwinn, M.R. & Vallyathan, V. (December 2006). Nanoparticles: Health Effects—Pros and Cons. Environ. Health Perspect., 114:1818–1825. Article.
• - NEW - Hansen, S. F., and Baun, A. (2011). NanoRiskCat – A Conceptual Decision Support Tool for Nanomaterials. Danish Ministry of the Environment, Environmental Protection Agency Abstract.
• Health & Safety Executive. (August 2007). NanoAlert Service. Measurement, exposure and control, Health effects. Bulletin.
• Health & Safety Executive. (December 2006). NanoAlert Service. Human exposure and potential health effects of nanomaterials, particularly in the occupational setting.Bulletin.
• Health & Safety Executive. (December 2004). Health Effects of Particles Produced for Nanotechnologies. Suffolk, United Kingdom. Report
• Helland, A., Scheringer, M. et al. (2008). Risk Assessment of Engineered Nanomaterials: A Survey of Industrial Approaches. Environ. Sci. Technol., 42(2): 640–646. Abstract.
• Herve-Bazin B. (May-June 2006). Potential health impacts of nanoparticles. Annales de chimie - Science des Matériaux, [0151-9107], 31(3): 339-350
• Hoyt, V.W. and Mason, E. (March-April 2008). Nanotechnology Emerging health issues. Journal of Chemical Health and Safety, 15(2): 10-15.
• ICON, Rice University, Houston, Texas. (May 2008). Towards Predicting Nano-Biointeractions: An International Assessment of Nanotechnology Environment, Health and Safety Research Needs. Report
• ICON, University of California. (December 2006). The Icon Survey of Risk Management Practices. International Conference on Nanotechnology Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety: Research to Practice. Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Presentation.
• ICON, University of California. (November 2006). A Review of Current Practices in the Nanotechnology Industry - Phase Two Report: Survey of current practices in the nanotechnology workplace. Report.
• ICON, University of California. (October 2006). Review of Safety Practices in the Nanotechnology Industry - Phase One Report: Current Knowledge and Practices Regarding Environmental Health and Safety in the Nanotechnology Workplace. Report.
• Institute of Occupational Medicine. (August 2007). REFNANO: Reference materials for engineered nanoparticle toxicology and metrology. Report.
• International Conference on Nanotechnology Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety: Research to Practice. (December 2006). Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Materials.
• IRSST. (October 2008). The Enormous Challenge of the Infinitesimally Small: The Health Effects of Nanoparticles. Report.
• IRSST. (Ongoing). Updating of the literature review on the health risks and means of prevention related to nanomaterials. More information.
• IRSST. (September 2006). Nanoparticles - Actual Knowledge about Occupational Health and Safety Risks and Prevention Measures. Report.
• IRSST. (August 2006). Health Effects of Nanoparticles. Report.
• IRSST. (September 2010). Engineered Nanoparticles: Current Knowledge about OHS Risks and Prevention Measures, 2nd Edition. Report.
• ISO/TC 229, Nanotechnologies. (2008). Health and safety practices in occupational settings relevant to nanotechnologies. ISO/TR 12885:2008. Report.
• Ji, J.H., Jung, J.H., Kim, S.S. et al. (January 2007). Twenty-Eight-Day Inhalation Toxicity Study of Silver Nanoparticles in Sprague-Dawley Rats. Inhalation Toxicology, 19(10): 857 - 871. Abstract
• Johnson, D. R., Methner, M. M., Kennedy, A. J., Steevens, J. A. (2010). Potential for occupational exposure to engineered carbon-based nanomaterials in environmental laboratory studies. Environmental Health Perspectives. 118(1): 49-54. Article
• Kandlikar, M., Ramachandran, G., Maynard, A., Murdock, B., and Toscano, W.A. (January 2007). Health risk assessment for nanoparticles: A case for using expert judgment. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 137-156. Abstract.
• Kipen, H. M. & Laskin, D. L.
  (2005). Smaller is not always better: Nanotechnology yields nanotoxicology. American Journal of Physiology: Lung, Cellular, and Molecular Physiology, 289.
• Kreyling W.G., Semmler-Behnke M., Moller W. (October 2006). Health implications of nanoparticles Journal of nanoparticle research, 8(5): 543-562. Abstract.
• Lam, C.W., James, J., McCluskey, R., Sivaram, A., & Hunter, R. (May-June 2006). A review of carbon nanotube toxicity and assessment of potential occupational and environmental health risks. Critical Reviews in Toxicology, 36(3): 189-217. Abstract. Article
• Maynard, A.D., Pui, D.Y.H. (2007). Nanotechnology and Occupational Health. Springer Netherlands. Table of contents.
• Maynard, A.D. and Puim D.Y.H. (January 2007). Nanotechnology and occupational health: New technologies – new challenges. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 1-3. Abstract.
• Maynard, A.D. (January 2007). Nanotechnology: The Next Big Thing, or Much Ado about Nothing? Annals of Occupational Hygiene, 51(1):1-12. Abstract.
• Maynard, A.D. and Kuempel, E.D. (2005). Airborne nanostructured particles and occupational health. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 7: 587-614. Abstract
• NanoKTN (November 2009) NanoKTN publishes a UK nanotechnology health, safety and environment directory Report
• NanoSafe. (January 2008). Safe Production and Use of Nanomaterials. Are conventional protective devices such as fibrous filter media, respirator cartridges, protective clothing and gloves also efficient for nanoaerosols? Report
• Nasterlack, M; Zober, A; Oberlinner, C. (May 2008). Considerations on occupational medical surveillance in employees handling nanoparticles. International archives of occupational and environmental health, 81(6): 721-726. Abstract
• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. NIOSH Resources on Nanotechnology. Rersources
• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Nanoparticle Information Library (NIL). Online library
• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. (February 2007). Progress Toward Safe Nanotechnology in the Workplace. Report
• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. (November 2006). Nanotechnology, Approaches to Safe Nanotechnology: An Information Exchange with NIOSH. Updated Report
• National Institutes of Occupational Safety and Health. (October 2005). Nanotechnology, Approaches to Safe Nanotechnology: An Information Exchange with NIOSH. Report
• National Nanomanufacturing Network. InterNano Beta. Information sources for nanomanufacturing. Website
• Niwa, Y., Hiura, Y. (July 2007). Nano-sized carbon black exposure exacerbates atherosclerosis in LDL-receptor knockout mice Circulation Journal, 71(7): 1157-1161. Article
• Nørgaard AW, Jensen KA, Janfelt C, Lauritsen FR, Clausen PA, Wolkoff P. (2009). Release of VOCs and particles during use of nanofilm spray products. Environmental Science & Technology.43(20):7824-30. Abstract.
• OECD. (August 2007). Current Developments/Activities on the Safety of Manufactured Nanomaterials. Report
• OSHA - Occupational Safety & Health Administration. (Ongoing). Health Effects and Workplace Assessments and Controls. Website
• Papp, T; Schiffmann, D; Weiss, D. et al. (March 2008). Human health implications of nanomaterial exposure. Nanotoxicology, 2(1):9-27. Abstract.
• Powell, M.C., Kanarek, M.S. (2006). Nanomaterial Health Effects—Part 1: Background and Current Knowledge. Wisconsin Medical Journal, Environmental Medicine, Volume: 105, no. 2. Abstract. Article
• Powell, M.C., Kanarek, M.S. (2006). Nanomaterial Health Effects—Part 2: Uncertainties and Recommendations for the Future. Wisconsin Medical Journal, Food Safety, Volume: 105, no. 3. Abstract. Article
• Reijnders, L. (June 2007). Biological effects of nanoparticles used as glidants in powders Powder Technology, 175 (3): 142-145.
• Rand Corporation. (2006).Nanomaterials in the Workplace, Policy and Planning Workshop on Occupational Safety and Health. Document
• Safe Work Australia. (2009). Engineered nanomaterials: Evidence on the effectiveness of workplace controls to prevent exposure Report.
• Schmid, K. and Riediker,M. (2008). Use of Nanoparticles in Swiss Industry: A Targeted Survey. Environ. Sci. Technol., 42 (7), 2253–2260. Abstract.
• Schneider, T. et al. (2007). Evaluation and control of occupational health risks from nanoparticles. Nordic Council of Ministers, Copenhagen. Report.
• Schulte, P.A; Trout, D; Zumwalde, RD; et al. (May 2008). Options for occupational health surveillance of workers potentially exposed to engineered nanoparticles: State of the science. Journal of occupational and environmental medicine, 50(5): 517-526. Article.
• Schulte, P., Geraci, C., Zumwalde, R., Hoover, M., Kuempel, E. (April 2008). Occupational Risk Management of Engineered Nanoparticles. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 5(4): 239-249. Abstract.
• Seaton, A. (2006). Nanotechnology and the occupational physician: introduction. Occupational Medicine, 56:294. Text
• - NEW - Yuguo Song, Xue Li, Liying Wang, Yon Rojanasakul, Vincent Castranova, Huiling Li, Jing Ma (2011). Nanomaterials in Humans: Identification, Characteristics, and Potential DamageToxicologicl Pathology.39(5): 841-849, doi: 10.1177/0192623311413787. Abstract.
• Tsai, S.J., Huang, R. F., Ellenbecker, M. J. (2010). Airborne nanoparticle exposures while using constant-flow, constant-velocity, and air-curtain-isolated fume hoods. Annals of Occupational Hygiene. 54(1): 78-87. Abstract.
• University of California, Santa Barbara. (November 2007). Nanotechnology and Occupational Health and Safety Conference. Website
• Whatmore RW. (August 2006). Nanotechnology—what is it? Should we be worried? Occupational Medicine 56:295–299. Abstract. Article
• Warheit, D.B., Borm, P.J.A., Hennes, C., Lademann, J. (June 2007). Testing Strategies to Establish the Safety of Nanomaterials: Conclusions of an ECETOC Workshop. Inhalation Toxicology, 19(8): 631-643. Abstract.

Detection, monitoring & characterization of nanomaterials

• American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists. (2008). Nanoparticles and Ultrafine Aerosol Measurements, in Air Sampling Technologies: Principles and Applications. Monograph
• Arnaud, C. (2006). Analyzing air nanoparticulates: Mass spec technique characterizes airborne particles smaller than 10nm. Chemical and Engineering News, 84(9): 7.
• Baron, P. (2001). Measurement of airborne fibers: A review. Industrial Health, 39: 39-50. Article
• Berhanu,D., Dybowska,A., Misra, S. K., Stanley, C. J., Ruenraroengsak,P., Boccaccini, A.P., Tetley, T. D., Luoma, S. N., Plant, J.A. and Valsami-Jones, E.(2010). Characterisation of carbon nanotubes in the context of toxicity studies. Environmental Health, 8(Suppl 1): S3. doi: 10.1186/1476-069X-8-S1-S3. Article.
• Brouwer, D., van Duuren-Stuurman, B., Berges, M., Jankowska, E., Bard, D. Mark, D. (2009). From workplace air measurement results toward estimates of exposure? Development of a strategy to assess exposure to manufactured nano-objects. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 11: 1867-1881. DOI 10.1007s.
• Casey, A; Herzog, E; Davoren, M. et al. (June 2007). Spectroscopic analysis confirms the interactions between single walled carbon nanotubes and various dyes commonly used to assess cytotoxicity. Carbon, 45 (7): 1425-1432.
• Chan, K.C., Patri, A.K., Veenstra, T.D., McNeil, S.E., Issaq, H.J. (May 2007). Analysis of fullerene-based nanomaterial in serum matrix by CE. Electrophoresis, 28(10):1518-24. Abstract
• Cox, G.; Wohlleben, W.; Schrepp, W. (January 2009). Characterization Of Nanostructures: Tools And Challenges. Chinese Journal of Polymer Science, 27(1): 77-83. Abstract.
• Demou, E., Peter, P., Hellweg, S. (2006). Investigating the Impact of Nanoparticle Production. Abstract.
• Engineered Nanoparticles: Review of Health and Environmental Safety (ENRHES). (2010, January). Edinburgh Napier University, Institute of Occupational Medicine (ION), Technical University of Denmark (DTU), Institute for Health and Consumer Protection of the European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC), and the Institute of Nanotechnology (IoN). Final Report
• Evans, D. E., Ku, B. K., Birch, E., and Dunn, D. H. (2010). Aerosol Monitoring during Carbon Nanofiber Production: Mobile Direct-Reading Sampling. Annals of Occupational Hygiene, Advance Access online. DOI: 10.1093/annhyg/meq015. Abstract.
• Fissan, H., Neumann, S., Trampe, A., Pui, D.Y.H., and Shin, W. G. (January 2007). Rationale and principle of an instrument measuring lung deposited nanoparticle surface area. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 53-59. Abstract.
• Fujitani,Y., Kobayashi, T., Arashidani, K. et al. (June 2008). Measurement of the Physical Properties of Aerosols in a Fullerene Factory for Inhalation Exposure Assessment. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 5(6):380-389. Abstract.
• Han, J.J., Lee, E.J., Lee, J.H. et al. (June 2008). Monitoring Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube Exposure in Carbon Nanotube Research Facility. Inhalation Toxicology, 20(8): 741-749. Article
• Handy, R.G., Jackson, M.J., Robinson, G.M., & Lafreniere, M.D. (2006). The measurement of ultrafine particles: A pilot study using a portable particle counting technique to measure generated particles during a micromachining process. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, 15(2): 172-177. Abstract
• Hsu, L.Y. and Chein, H.M. (January 2007). Evaluation of nanoparticle emission for TiO2 nanopowder coating materials. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 157-163. Abstract.
• Hsu, Y. Chein, H.M., Chem, T.M. & Tsai, C. (2005). Axial flow cyclone for segregation and collection of ultrafine particles: Theoretical and experimental study. Environmental Science & Technology, 39(5): 1299-1308.
• International Organization for Standardization (ISO) (2011). ISO 10808:2010, Nanotechnologies – Characterization of nanoparticles in inhalation exposure chambers for inhalation toxicity testing, Available for purchase, here.
• Jennerjohn, N., Eiguren-Fernandez, A., Prikhodko, S., Fung, D. C., Hirakawa, K. S., Zavala-Mendez, J. S., Hinds, W. and N. J. Kennedy (2010). Design, demonstration and performance of a versatile electrospray aerosol generator for nanomaterial research and applications . Nanotechnology. 21(25), DOI: 10.1088/0957-4484/21/25/255603. Article
• Jiang, JK; Hogan, CJ; Chen, DR; Biswas, P. (August 2007). Aerosol charging and capture in the nanoparticle size range (6-15 nm) by direct photoionization and diffusion mechanisms. Journal of Applied Physics, 102(3), #034904. Abstract
• Jiang, J., Chen, D.R., Biswas, P. (July 2007). Synthesis of nanoparticles in a flame aerosol reactor with independent and strict control of their size, crystal phase and morphology. Nanotechnology,18 (28). Abstract
• Ji, J.H., Jung, J.H., Yu, I.J., Kim, S.S. (July 2007). Long-Term Stability Characteristics of Metal Nanoparticle Generator Using Small Ceramic Heater for Inhalation Toxicity Studies. Inhalation Toxicology,19(9): 745 - 751. Abstract
• Johnson, D. R., Methner, M. M., Kennedy, A. J., Steevens, J. A. (2010). Potential for occupational exposure to engineered carbon-based nanomaterials in environmental laboratory studies. Environmental Health Perspectives. 118(1): 49-54. Article
• - NEW - Thayer, D., Koehler, K.A., Marchesea, A., Volckens, J. (2011). A Personal, Thermophoretic Sampler for Airborne Nanoparticles. Aerosol Science & Technology, 45(6): 744 - 750, DOI: 10.1080/02786826.2011.558943. Abstract.
• Ma-Hock, L., Garner, A.O., et al. (January 2007). Generation and Characterization of Test Atmospheres with Nanomaterials. Inhalation Toxicology, 19(10): 833 - 848. Abstract
• Marra, J., Voetz, M., Kiesling, H. J. (2010). Monitor for detecting and assessing exposure to airborne nanoparticles. Journal of Nanoparticle Research. 12: 21-37. Article
• Maynard, A.D., Ku, B.K., Emery, M., Stolzenburg, M., and McMurry, P.H. (January 2007). Measuring particle size-dependent physicochemical structure in airborne single walled carbon nanotube agglomerates. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 85-92. Abstract.
• Mazzuckelli, L.F, Methner, M.M, Birch, M.E. et al. (December 2007). Identification and Characterization of Potential Sources of Worker Exposure to Carbon Nanofibers During Polymer Composite Laboratory Operations. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 4(12):D125 - D130. Abstract.
• Peters, T.M., Elzey, S., Johnson, R. et al. (February 2009). Airborne Monitoring to Distinguish Engineered Nanomaterials from Incidental Particles for Environmental Health and Safety. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 6(2):73–81. Abstract.
• Peters, T.M., Heitbrink, W.A., Evans, D.E., & Slavin, T.J. (2006). The mapping of fine and ultrafine particle concentrations in an engine machining and assembly facility. Annals of Occupational Hygiene, 50(3): 249-257. Abstract
• Powers K.W, Palazuelos, M., Moudgil, B.M, Roberts, S.M. (March 2007). Characterization of the size, shape, and state of dispersion of nanoparticles for toxicological studies. Nanotoxicology, 1(1): 42-51. Abstract
• - NEW - Quadros ME, Marr LC. (2011). Silver Nanoparticles and Total Aerosols Emitted by Nanotechnology-Related Consumer Spray Products. Environmental Science & Technology, Epub Ahead of Print, PMID: 22070550.Abstract.
• - NEW - Ramachandran G, Ostraat M, Evans DE, Methner MM, O'Shaughnessy P, D'Arcy J, Geraci CL, Stevenson E, Maynard A, Rickabaugh K. (2011). A strategy for assessing workplace exposures to nanomaterials. Journal of Occupational & Environmental Hygiene Abstract.
• Rothen-Rutishauser, B; Muller, L; Blank, F. et al. (2008). A newly developed in vitro model of the human epithelial airway barrier to study the toxic potential of nanoparticles. Altex-Alternativen Zu Tierexperimenten, 25(3): 191-196.
• Schmoll, L. H., Elzey, S., Grassian, V. H., O'Shaughnessy, P. T. (2009) Nanoparticle aerosol generation methods from bulk powders for inhalation exposure studies, Nanotoxicology 3(4): 265 - 275. Abstract
• Shin, W. G., Pui, D.Y.H., Fissan, H., Neumann, S., and Trampe, A.(January 2007). Calibration and numerical simulation of Nanoparticle Surface Area Monitor (TSI Model 3550 NSAM). Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 61-69. Abstract.
• Skebo, J.E., Grabinski, C.M., Schrand, A.M., Schlager, J.J., Hussain, S.M. (March 2007). Assessment of Metal Nanoparticle Agglomeration, Uptake, and Interaction Using High-Illuminating System. International Journal of Toxicology, 26(2): 135-141. Abstract.
• - NEW - Yuguo Song, Xue Li, Liying Wang, Yon Rojanasakul, Vincent Castranova, Huiling Li, Jing Ma (2011). Nanomaterials in Humans: Identification, Characteristics, and Potential DamageToxicologicl Pathology.39(5): 841-849, doi: 10.1177/0192623311413787. Abstract.
• [Article in Japanese]
  Takaya M, Serita F, Ono-Ogasawara M, Shinohara Y, Saito H, Koda S. (2010). [Airborne particles in a multi-wall carbon nanotube production plant: observation of particle emission and personal exposure 1: Measurement in the packing process]. Sangyo Eiseigaku Zasshi., 52(4):182-8. PMID: 20526047.Abstract.
• Tantra R., Cumpson, P. (December 2007). The detection of airborne carbon nanotubes in relation to toxicology and workplace safety. Nanotoxicology, 1(4): 251 - 265. Abstract.
• Tran, L. (2005-2008). Risk Assessment of Exposure to Particles. Project Fact Sheet.
• Tsai, S.J., Huang, R. F., Ellenbecker, M. J. (2010). Airborne nanoparticle exposures while using constant-flow, constant-velocity, and air-curtain-isolated fume hoods. Annals of Occupational Hygiene. 54(1): 78-87. Abstract.
• Wake, D. (2006). The assessment of different metrics of the concentration of nano (ultrafine) particles in existing and new industries. Health and Safety Laboratory, England. Report
• Wallace, W.E., Keane, M.J., Murray, D.K., Chisholm, W.P., Maynard, A.D., and Ong, T.M. (January 2007). Phospholipid lung surfactant and nanoparticle surface toxicity: Lessons from diesel soots and silicate dusts. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 23-38. Abstract.
• Wang, J., Shin, W. G., Mertler, M., Sachweh, B., Fissan, H., Pui, D. Y. H. (2010). Measurement of Nanoparticle Agglomerates by Combined Measurement of Electrical Mobility and Unipolar Charging Properties . Aerosol Science & Technology. 44(2): 97-108. Abstract
• Wang, S., Zordan, C.A. & Johnston, M.V.  (2006). Chemical characterization of individual, airborne, sub-10-nm particles and molecules. Analytical Chemistry, 78: 1750.  Article
• Yeganeh, B; Kull, CM; Hull, MS; Marr, LC. (June 2008). Characterization of airborne particles during production of carbonaceous manomaterials. Environmental science & technology, 42(12): 4600-4606. Abstract.

Nanomaterial exposure control/respirators

• Alessandrini, F., Semmler-Behnke, M., Jakob, T. et al. (April 2008). Total and Regional Deposition of Ultrafine Particles in a Mouse Model of Allergic Inflammation of the Lung. Inhalation Toxicology, 20(6): 585-593. Abstract.
• Asgharian, B, Price, O.T. (2007). Deposition of Ultrafine (NANO) Particles in the Human Lung. Inhalation Toxicology, 19(3): 1045-1054. Abstract.
• Balásházy, I., Hofmann, W., Farkas, A., Madas, B.G. (April 2008). Three-Dimensional Model for Aerosol Transport and Deposition in Expanding and Contracting Alveoli. Inhalation Toxicology, 20(6): 611-621. Abstract.
• Balazy, A., Toivola, M., Reponen, T., Podgorski, A., Zimmer, A., & Grinshpun, S.A. (2006). Manikin-based performance evaluation of N95 filtering-facepiece respirators challenged with nanoparticles. Annals of Occupational Hygiene, 50(3): 259-269. Abstract
• Brouwer, D.H., Gijzbers, J.H.J., & Lurvink, M.W.M. (2004). Personal exposure to ultrafine particles in the workplace: Exploring sampling techniques and strategies. Annals of Occupational Hygiene, 48(5): 439-454. Abstract
• Chen, S.S, and Tsai, C.J. (January 2007). An axial flow cyclone to remove nanoparticles at low pressure conditions. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 71-83. Abstract.
• Demou, A. et. al. (2008). Exposure to Manufactured Nanostructured Particles in an Industrial Pilot Plant. Ann. Occup. Hyg., 52(8):695–706. Abstract.
• Donaldson, K. (August 2006). Resolving the nanoparticles paradox. Nanomedicine. Vol. 1, No. 2: 229-234. Abstract
• Donaldson, K. Aitken, R., Tran, L., Stone, V., Duffin, R., Forrest, G., and Alexander, A. (2006). Carbon nanotubes: A review of their properties in relation to pulmonary toxicological and workplace safety. Toxicological Sciences, 92(1):5-22 Article
• Donaldson, K., Stone, V., Clouter, A., Renwick, L. MacNee, W. (2001). Ultrafine particles. Occupational and Environmental Medicine, 58, 211-216.
• Drake,P.L. and Hazelwood, K.J. (2005). Exposure-Related Health Effects of Silver and Silver Compounds: A Review. Annals of Occupational Hygiene, 49(7):575-585. Abstract
• Dunn, K. (December 2006). Exposure Controls/Best Practices. International Conference on Nanotechnology Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety: Research to Practice. Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Presentation.
• European Commission (2004, March). Nanotechnologies: A Preliminary Risk Analysis, on the Basis of a Workshop Organized in Brussels on 1-2 March 2004 by the Health and Consumer Protectorate General of the European Commission. Article
• Fissan, H., Neumann, S., Trampe, A., Pui, D.Y.H., and Shin, W. G. (January 2007). Rationale and principle of an instrument measuring lung deposited nanoparticle surface area. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 53-59. Abstract.
• Fujitani,Y., Kobayashi, T., Arashidani, K. et al. (June 2008). Measurement of the Physical Properties of Aerosols in a Fullerene Factory for Inhalation Exposure Assessment. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 5(6):380-389. Abstract.
• Golanski, L., Guiot, A., Tardif, F. (2009). Experimental evaluation of individual protection devices against different types of
  nanoaerosols: Graphite, TiO2 and Pt. Journal of Nanoparticle Research. 12:83-89. Paper.
• Grinshpun, S.A. (December 2006). Respiratory protection against aerosol and bioaerosol particles in the nano bioaerosol particles in the nano-size range. International Conference on Nanotechnology Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety: Research to Practice. Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Presentation.
• Han, JH, Lee, EJ, Lee, JH. et al. (June 2008). Monitoring Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube Exposure in Carbon Nanotube Research Facility. Inhalation Toxicology, 20(8): 741-749. Abstract
• IRSST. (September 2010). Engineered Nanoparticles: Current Knowledge about OHS Risks and Prevention Measures, 2nd Edition. Report.
• Japuntich, D.A., Franklin, L.M., Pui, D.Y.H., Kuehn, T.H., Kim, S.C. and Viner, A.S. (January 2007). A comparison of two nano-sized particle air filtration tests in the diameter range of 10 to 400 nanometers. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 93-107. Abstract.
• Ji, J.H., Jung, J.H., Yu, I.J., Kim, S.S. (July 2007). Long-Term Stability Characteristics of Metal Nanoparticle Generator Using Small Ceramic Heater for Inhalation Toxicity Studies. Inhalation Toxicology,,19(9): 745 - 751. Abstract
• Lee, M.H., McClellan, W.J., Candela, J., Andrews, D., and Biswas, P. (January 2007). Reduction of nanoparticle exposure to welding aerosols by modification of the ventilation system in a workplace. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 127-136. Abstract.
• Maynard A.D., Aitken, R.J. (March 2007). Assessing exposure to airborne nanomaterials: Current abilities and future requirements. Nanotoxicology, 1(1): 26-41. Abstract
• Maynard, A. D., Baron, P. A., Foley, M., Shvedova, A. A., Kisin, E. R., & Castranova, V. (2004). Exposure to carbon nanotube material: Aerosol release during the handling of unrefined single-walled carbon nanotube material. Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health, Part A (67), 87-100.
• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. (December 2006). Medical Evaluations and Worker Surveillance. International Conference on Nanotechnology Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety: Research to Practice. Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Presentation.
• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. (December 2006). Hazard Evaluation; Exposure Measurements. International Conference on Nanotechnology Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety: Research to Practice. Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Presentation.
• Nazridoust, K., Asgharian, B. (April 2008). Unsteady-State Airflow and Particle Deposition in a Three-Generation Human Lung Geometry. Inhalation Toxicology, 20(6): 595-610. Abstract.
• Old, L., Methner, M.M. (June 2008). Effectiveness of Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) in Controlling Engineered
  Nanomaterial Emissions During Reactor Cleanout Operations. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 5: D63–D69. Abstract.
• Paik, S.Y., Zalk, D.M., and Swuste, P. (July 2008). Application of a Pilot Control Banding Tool for Risk Level Assessment and Control of Nanoparticle Exposures. Annals of Occupational Hygiene, 52(6):419-428. Abstract.
• Pui,D.Y.H, Qi,C., Stanley, N. et al. (July 2008). Recirculating Air Filtration Significantly Reduces Exposure to Airborne Nanoparticles. Environmental Health Perspectives, 116(7):863–866. Abstract.
• Safe Work Australia. (2009). Engineered nanomaterials: A Review of the Toxicology and Health Hazards: Report.
• Safe Work Australia. (2009). Engineered nanomaterials: Evidence on the effectiveness of workplace controls to prevent exposure Report.
• Shin, W. G., Pui, D.Y.H., Fissan, H., Neumann, S., and Trampe, A.(January 2007). Calibration and numerical simulation of Nanoparticle Surface Area Monitor (TSI Model 3550 NSAM). Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 61-69. Abstract.
• Tsai, S.J., Huang, R. F., Ellenbecker, M. J. (2010). Airborne nanoparticle exposures while using constant-flow, constant-velocity, and air-curtain-isolated fume hoods. Annals of Occupational Hygiene. 54(1): 78-87. Abstract.
• 3M OH&ESD. (January 2006). Technical Data Bulletin #171. Nanotechnology and Respirator Use Issues. Bulletin.
• Wang, J., Chen, D.R., Pui, D.Y.H. (January 2007). Modeling of filtration efficiency of nanoparticles in standard filter media. Journal of Nanoparticle Research, 9,1: 109-115. Abstract.

Legal/policy issues related to nanotechnology occupational health & safety

• EPA. (December 2006). Nanotechnology: An EPA Perspective. International Conference on Nanotechnology Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety: Research to Practice. Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Presentation.
• Faunce, T. A., Walters, H., Williams, T., Bryant, D., Jennings, M. & Musk, B. (June 2006). Policy challenges from the "White" Senate inquiry into workplace-related health impacts of toxic dusts and nanoparticles. Australia and New Zealand Health Policy, 3:7. Abstract. Article.
• FDA. (December 2006). Regulatory and Risk Regulatory and Risk Overview Overview - FDA Perspective. International Conference on Nanotechnology Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety: Research to Practice. Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Presentation.
• OECD (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development). (December 2005). Report from the Workshop on the Safety of Manufactured Nanomaterials: Building Co-operation, Co-ordination and Communication. Report
• OSHA. (December 2006). OSHA Perspectives. International Conference on Nanotechnology Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety: Research to Practice. Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Presentation.
• Rand Corporation. (2006). Nanomaterials in the Workplace, Policy and Planning Workshop on Occupational Safety and Health. Document
• Schulte, P.A., Salamanca-Buentello, F. (January 2007). Ethical and Scientific Issues of Nanotechnology in the Workplace. Environmental Health Perspectives, 115: 5–12. Abstract. Article
• Wu, M., Gordon, R. E., Herbert, R., Padilla, M., Moline, J., Mendelson, D., Litle, V., Travis, W. D., Gil, J.(2010). Case Report: Lung Disease in World Trade Center Responders ?Exposed to Dust and Smoke: Carbon Nanotubes Found in the Lungs ?of World Trade Center Patients and Dust Samples. Environmental Health Perspectives, 18(4): 499-504. Article.

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