| Nanotechnology: Consequences for Human Health and the Environment Contributor(s): Hester, R. E. (Editor), Harrison, R. M. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0854042164 ISBN-13: 9780854042166 Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry OUR PRICE: $79.80 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 2007 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: This new volume seeks to give a broad overview of the sources, behaviour and risks associated with nanotechnology. Setting the subject into context this book first of all describes the current range of products containing nano-materials and then looks at the consequences for the environment and human health for the introduction of nanoparticles and nano-tubes. A perspective from the United Stated indicates how in that country the threats posed by nanoparticles are being addressed. It provides comprehensive coverage of the current issues concerning engineered nanoparticles which will be of immediate value to scientists, engineering and policymakers within the field, as well as to students on advanced courses wishing to look closely into this topical subject. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Nanotechnology & Mems |
| Dewey: 620.5 |
| LCCN: 2007407204 |
| Series: Issues in Environmental Science and Technology |
| Physical Information: 0.56" H x 6.55" W x 9.29" (0.86 lbs) 152 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Contributor Bio(s): Hester, R. E.: - Ron Hester is an emeritus professor of chemistry at the University of York. In addition to his research work on a wide range of applications of vibrational spectroscopy, he has been actively involved in environmental chemistry and was a founder member of the Royal Society of Chemistry's Environment Group. His current activities are mainly as an editor and as an external examiner and assessor on courses, individual promotions, and departmental/subject area evaluations both in the UK and abroad.Harrison, R. M.: - Roy Harrison OBE is Queen Elizabeth II Birmingham Centenary Professor of Environmental Health at the University of Birmingham. In 2004 he was appointed OBE for services to environmental science. Professor Harrison's research interests lie in the field of environment and human health. His main specialism is in air pollution, from emissions through atmospheric chemical and physical transformations to exposure and effects on human health. Much of this work is designed to inform the development of policy. |