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Researchers are busy trying to harness nanotechnology for clean water. But when can we expect results? What are the risks? And how can nano-based solutions 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.
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.
News and Features
Nanotechnology for clean water: Facts and figures
Nanotechnology could help give millions clean drinking water. David J. Grimshaw outlines the potential, the progress and some of the risks.
Nanosponges: South Africa's high hopes for clean water
Can nanosponges solve a continent's water contamination problems? Munyaradzi Makoni investigates.
India 'must regulate nanotechnology' urgently
11 October 2007
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Information Services
New tech, new rules?
New, separate rules for using nanotech in water treatment are not the answer to managing risk
Innovative engineering
We need to engineer a usable product if we are to harness nanotechnology for water treatment
