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[February 2006]
New Research Project into Safe Handling of Nanomaterials
Bayer AG (Leverkusen, Germany) is participating in the 'NanoCare' research project, which aims to further enhance scientific analysis of nanomaterials. The project, which is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, is focusing on the properties of nanoparticles to ensure that they pose no risk to humans and the environment when used in chemical materials.
As a pioneer of research, Bayer says it is keen to tap the innovative potential of nanotechnology. With this in mind, the Group is pressing ahead with research into the safe handling of nanomaterials. "NanoCare will provide a set of key basic principles for pioneering materials research and support the responsible use of innovative nanomaterials," said Dr Harald Pielartzik, Head of the Nanotechnology Working Group at Bayer.
The NanoCare project begins in March 2006 and will run for three years. It will receive around 5 million euro in funding from the German Federal Ministry of Research through the WING (Materials Innovation for Industry and Society) support programme, while industry will contribute 2.6 million euro.
ENDS