Study on cytotoxic effects of several types of nano-materials: The current status
10.3724/SP.J.1008.2010.01234
- Author:
Yan-Fang ZHANG
1
Author Information
1. Institute of Theoretical Physics
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Bio-safety;
Cytotoxicity effect;
Nano-materials
- From:
Academic Journal of Second Military Medical University
2010;31(11):1234-1238
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Nano-materials have been increasingly widely used in various fields with the progression in science and technology. While bringing benefit to our life, their toxic effects also come to our attention. In this paper we review the cytotoxic effects and some problems of several kinds of nano-materials (carbon-based nano-materials, metal and metallic oxides and other nano-materials), considering the physicochemical characteristics of nano-materials, research methods of the nanomaterial cytotoxic effects, and the cytotoxcity of nano-materials. Finally, we also discuss the research focus of the area and issues need to be addressed, hoping to provide a guide for bio-safety research of nano-materials.
