The EUON features two searchable databases: NanoData, a knowledge base on nano science and technology and the eNanoMapper that helps you find safety information about nanomaterials.

The European Union Observatory for Nanomaterials (EUON) gives citizens, workers and professionals access to information on nanomaterials on the EU market in 23 languages.

The EUON offers a unique web-based information point with factual and neutral content about nanomaterials on the EU market. The observatory is targeted at a wide audience including consumers, workers, regulators and scientists. On the website, you can read about what nanomaterials are and where they are used. Information on health and safety issues, research, regulatory and international activities are also part of the EUON’s first phase.

What are these 2 searchable databases ?

Helsinki, 12 June 2018 – The EUON website has been updated with new information about nanomaterials within the EU regulatory framework, how they are used in different sectors, such as food, medicine and environmental research, and how to use nanomaterials safely at work.

In addition, two databases are now accessible through the EUON.

  • NanoData
    Contains data on different products, research projects, publications, patents and companies and helps you to visualise statistics quickly through built-in charts and graphs. The data can also be easily filtered by different sectors and geographic location. The database can be used for example by consumers interested in finding out about products that use nanotechnology.
  • eNanoMapper
    Gives access to one of the largest data sources currently available on the toxicological properties of nanomaterials. The data originates from several research projects, including the results of the EU funded NanoREG project. The eNanoMapper can be used by anybody interested in finding toxicological data on specific nanomaterials. The EUON home page has also been revamped with more dynamic content including the latest news on nanomaterials and nanotechnology from the web.

For further informations about what EUON is and these 2 new databases.

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