Uncovering the true culprit behind nanofiber-induced lung disease
Date | 5th, Jan 2024 |
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Source | News Medical - Scientific News Websites |
DESCRIPTION
The pathogenic potential of inhaling the inert fibrous nanomaterials used in thermal insulation (such as asbestos or fiberglass) is actually connected not to their chemical composition, but instead to their geometrical characteristics and size.