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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)
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.
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.
Regulation must match advances in nanotechnology
Regulatory science must keep up with advances in nanotechnology, says a top Indian scientist.
15 December 2010
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EN
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
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ES
18 October 2010
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ES
21 September 2010
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ES