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Nanotechnology for clean water

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Researchers are busy trying to harness nanotechnology for clean water. This Spotlight looks at when we can expect results, what are the risks and how nano-based solutions can be delivered to the millions lacking access to safe water in developing countries?

(Credit: CBEN/Rice University)

Opinions and Analysis

How nanotech can meet the poor's water needs

Nanotechnology holds huge potential for supplying clean water to the world's poor, but many challenges must be overcome to realise it.

6 May 2009 | EN | ES | FR | 中文

Madibogo, south Africa, nanotech water plant Community ownership is key to nanotech water projects

Nanotechnology must be effectively shared with stakeholders if it's to deliver clean water, say Thembela Hillie and Mbhuti Hlophe.

6 May 2009 | EN | ES | FR | 中文


News and Features

Regulation must match advances in nanotechnology

Regulatory science must keep up with advances in nanotechnology, says a top Indian scientist.

15 December 2010 | EN

Salmonera en Seno Reloncaví, Chile Chile and Germany team up on research

Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute will launch a research centre in Chile to carry out studies into biofuels, biotechnology and nanotechnology.

2 November 2010 | ES