| Nanotoxicology |
9th October 2008: Cranfield University, UK 'Nanotoxicology'CPD points awarded by the Royal College of Pathologists. |
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This module, delivered in partnership with Cranfield University, deals with the toxicology of nanoparticles and nanomaterials, both naturally occurring and manufactured substances.
The introduction to nanoscale materials is essential to fully appreciate the level of interaction possible, and the complexity of determining the toxicity of nanoscale materials. The course does not assume any toxicology knowledge (and so that is covered within the course). The regulation of manufacture and importing nanomaterials is discussed in general. A brief discussion of the ethics and risk perception of nanomaterials summarises up the intensive course.
Who should attend?
This intensive course does not assume any previous knowledge on nanotechnology or toxicology.
Course description
Nanotoxicology is the study of actual or potential effects caused by nanoscale material on living organisms and environments, the relationship of these effects to exposure and the mechanisms of action. This course deals with the effects of naturally occurring and manufactured nanoscale materials.
The course covers
- Nanoscale phenomenon
- Manufacture of nanomaterials
- Applications of nanomaterials
- Toxicology of micro- and nano-scale materials
- Environmental impact of nanomaterials
- Regulatory issues surrounding nanotechnology and the ethics of nanotechnology
The sections are presented by experienced lecturers who are experts in their fields.
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Agenda for the day
09.30 – 10.00 Registration and Refreshments
10.00 Introduction to course
10.00 - 10.40 Basic introduction to nanoscale materials
Dr Robert Dorey (Head of Microsystems and Nanotechnology, Cranfield University)
- Why is small different?
- Manufacture techniques
- Nanoscale phenomenon
- Use of nanoparticles and nanotechnology
- Life cycle of material
10.40 - 11.30 Basic introduction to toxicology
Prof L Levy, Dr. S Rocks (IEH, Cranfield University)
- Hazard vs risk
- Exposure
- Mechanisms
- Detection
- Epidemiology
- Target organs
- Excretion
- Examples
11.30 – 11.45 Refreshments
11.45 - 12.15 Basic introduction to toxicology (continued)
Prof L Levy, Dr. S Rocks (IEH, Cranfield University)
12.15 – 12.45 Ecotoxicology
Dr Robert Dorey (Head of Microsystems and Nanotechnology, Cranfield University)
- Why is small different?
- Manufacture techniques
- Nanoscale phenomenon
- Use of nanoparticles and nanotechnology
- Life cycle of material
12.45 – 13.25 Lunch
13.25 – 14.05 Regulatory issues
Invited speaker
- Risk assessment framework (international)
- Critical issues surrounding nanomaterials.
- Current work to allow for risk assessment of nanomaterials.
14.05 – 15.05 Ethics of nanotechnology
Dr S Rocks (IEH, Cranfield University; facilitated discussion)
- General discussion
- Public communication issues
- Legal issues
15.05 – 15.25 Introduction to patents
Jeremy Webster, Mewburn and Ellis
15.30 – 15.45 Summing up and Closing Remarks
For further information please telephone Gemma McCulloch at the Institute of Nanotechnology: +44 (0)1786 458075,
or email: gemma.mcculloch@nano.org.uk
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