Price tag in nanomaterials?

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...

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Published in:Journal of nanoparticle research : an interdisciplinary forum for nanoscale science and technology 2017-05, Vol.19 (5), p.1, Article 177
Main Authors: Gkika, D. A., Vordos, N., Nolan, J. W., Mitropoulos, A. C., Vansant, E.F., Cool, P., Braet, J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cancer
Characterization and Evaluation of Materials
Chemistry and Materials Science
Cost analysis
Drug delivery
Innovations
Inorganic Chemistry
Lasers
Mapping
Materials Science
Medical innovations
Nanomaterials
Nanoparticles
Nanotechnology
Optical Devices
Optics
Perspectives
Photonics
Physical Chemistry
Toxicity
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Summary: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.
ISSN:1388-0764
1572-896X
DOI:10.1007/s11051-017-3875-x