In two weeks, we’ll be discussing Nanotechnology again, this time in the context of energy usage. As we first discussed last year, there is always concerns about toxicology, especially when it comes to nanotubes.

A study released in May of 2008 details the reason for concern. In the study on mice, injection of a type of nanotube caused a chronic inflammatory response, the type of response over time that could lead to the development of cancer or other respiratory disease. While the study was concerning, it just underlies the need to understand the risk of using these particles soon.

Definitely, these raise questions we should ask of Jeff Grossman in a couple weeks.

My friend Brad produced on video on this topic for the Museum of Science and Life in North Carolina:

More Info:
Science article on the study in Mice
NY Times Article on nanoparticle health risks