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Price tag in nanomaterials?
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Abstract
With the evolution of the field of nanomaterials in the past number of years, it has become apparent that it will be key to future technological developments. However, while there are unlimited research undertakings on nanomaterials, limited research results on nanomaterial costs exist; all in spite of the generous funding that nanotechnology projects have received. There has recently been an exponential increase in the number of studies concerning health-related nanomaterials, considering the various medical applications of nanomaterials that drive medical innovation. This work aims to analyze the effect of the cost factor on acceptability of health-related nanomaterials independently or in relation to material toxicity. It appears that, from the materials studied, those used for cancer treatment applications are more expensive than the ones for drug delivery. The ability to evaluate cost implications improves the ability to undertake research mapping and develop opinions on nanomaterials that can drive innovation.
Language
English
Source (journal)
Journal of nanoparticle research. - London, 1999, currens
Publication
London : 2017
ISSN
1388-0764 [print]
1572-896X [online]
DOI
10.1007/S11051-017-3875-X
Volume/pages
19 :5 (2017) , p. 1-7
Article Reference
177
ISI
000411830900001
Medium
E-only publicatie
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Last edited 09.10.2023
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