In order to understand this newly emerging world of nanotechnology, we need to get an idea of the units of measure involved, as well as some of its most redeeming properties.
Indeed, size matters!
A nanometer is one-billionth of a meter. It is smaller than the wavelength of visible light. It is a hundred-thousandth the width of a human hair.
When you add this incredibly small size with strength and durability you get nano-particles/nano-materials that are one of the fast growing industries in the world.
Companies can use nanotechnology for the delivery of a 'payload' can be applied in just about any chemical, bacterium, organic or inorganic material. Because of this, it would seem imperative to have manufacturing safety regulations in place.
Unfortunately, nanoparticles nor the products and materials that contain them are subject to any special handling or labeling.
A branch called Nanotoxicology cares about this issue.
Some types of particles, the smaller they are, the greater their surface area to volume ratio and the higher their chemical reactivity.
The greater chemical reactivity of nanomaterials can result in increased production of free radicals.
ROS and free radical production is one of the primary mechanisms of nanoparticle toxicity; it may result in oxidative stress, inflammation, and consequent damage to proteins, membranes and DNA. ROS production has been found in a diverse range of nanomaterials including carbon fullerenes, carbon nanotubes and nanoparticle metal oxides.
What does this mean in summary?
When something causes free radical production inside our cell tissues, it can easily lead to cell mutation.
Due to the nano-size of these particles, our greatest concerns are coming from those materials we can ingest.
Everyday Nanotech materials:
Skin care products
Cosmetics
MRIs and imaging and scanning diagnostics
Cancer detection
artificial Sunscreens
Vitamins and supplements
Oral and intravenous medicines, both prescriptive and over the counter
Building materials
Packaging
I have a copy of a clinical impression toxicological report that shows my family's exposure to many of the already existing nanoparticles; nano-anchors, nano-spheres, nano-claws, and smart dust. I have added these to my book which you can get at http://www.healinggrapevine.com
Smart Dust may very well be the champion of all these nano-particles. It has a stealth ability to monitor Anything! Smart dust is literally a floating lab of information now being tested in the field of Bio-weaponry.
So what does that mean for our future?
I have to admit it is sounding a bit like the Star Trek. Being assimilated by the Borg.
What can we do now? Educate, Collaborate, Stimulate
For more information, visit us!
Flushing, detox, and re-vitalizing your body!
Indeed, size matters!
A nanometer is one-billionth of a meter. It is smaller than the wavelength of visible light. It is a hundred-thousandth the width of a human hair.
When you add this incredibly small size with strength and durability you get nano-particles/nano-materials that are one of the fast growing industries in the world.
Companies can use nanotechnology for the delivery of a 'payload' can be applied in just about any chemical, bacterium, organic or inorganic material. Because of this, it would seem imperative to have manufacturing safety regulations in place.
Unfortunately, nanoparticles nor the products and materials that contain them are subject to any special handling or labeling.
A branch called Nanotoxicology cares about this issue.
Some types of particles, the smaller they are, the greater their surface area to volume ratio and the higher their chemical reactivity.
The greater chemical reactivity of nanomaterials can result in increased production of free radicals.
ROS and free radical production is one of the primary mechanisms of nanoparticle toxicity; it may result in oxidative stress, inflammation, and consequent damage to proteins, membranes and DNA. ROS production has been found in a diverse range of nanomaterials including carbon fullerenes, carbon nanotubes and nanoparticle metal oxides.
What does this mean in summary?
When something causes free radical production inside our cell tissues, it can easily lead to cell mutation.
Due to the nano-size of these particles, our greatest concerns are coming from those materials we can ingest.
Everyday Nanotech materials:
Skin care products
Cosmetics
MRIs and imaging and scanning diagnostics
Cancer detection
artificial Sunscreens
Vitamins and supplements
Oral and intravenous medicines, both prescriptive and over the counter
Building materials
Packaging
I have a copy of a clinical impression toxicological report that shows my family's exposure to many of the already existing nanoparticles; nano-anchors, nano-spheres, nano-claws, and smart dust. I have added these to my book which you can get at http://www.healinggrapevine.com
Smart Dust may very well be the champion of all these nano-particles. It has a stealth ability to monitor Anything! Smart dust is literally a floating lab of information now being tested in the field of Bio-weaponry.
So what does that mean for our future?
I have to admit it is sounding a bit like the Star Trek. Being assimilated by the Borg.
What can we do now? Educate, Collaborate, Stimulate
For more information, visit us!
Flushing, detox, and re-vitalizing your body!
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