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regulation
23/07/2024
Consultation on improving information on nanos in France
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cosmetics
17/07/2024
TiO2 in cosmetics: according to European experts, safety data are inconclusive
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health
26/06/2024
Titanium dioxide and silica nanoparticles: risks in pregnancy
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food
24/04/2024
Definition of nanomaterials in food: MEPs say no to Commission draft
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agriculture
04/04/2024
Increase in ‘made in France’ nanos: an artefact or a real trend?
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cosmetics
14/03/2024
Twelve nanomaterials banned and one restricted in European cosmetics
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The AVICENN association

AVICENN is an association whose purpose is to monitor and provide civic information on the issues related to nanoscience and nanotechnology. We exercise a citizen’s watch, propose transversal and independent information on nanomaterials and act for more transparency and vigilance in the nano field.

We research, compile and analyze information on nanotechnology and disseminate it widely in order to promote understanding of the issues and controversies to as wide an audience as possible.  We use this website, veillenanos.fr, and related social networks: twitter, facebook, Linkedin as well as other media: books, comics, interviews, etc.

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VeilleNanos.fr

AVICENN’s VeilleNanos website provides information on nanos and the associated risks.

Addressing citizens’ concerns, the site provides comprehensive information based on reliable, verified and documented elements.

The independent and multidisciplinary information is accessible to a wide audience.

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Featured “Information Sheets”

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regulation
Revision of the definition of “nanomaterial” by the European Commission
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food
Our product tests
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cosmetics
Towards the ban on titanium dioxide in cosmetics and medicines?
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Upcoming Nano Agenda

10
Sep.
2024
Managing the risks associated with nanomaterials (CEA, Grenoble)
Grenoble
Training
  • Awareness-raising aimed at personnel in contact with nanomaterials during research, formulation, production, maintenance, cleaning, upkeep, etc., as well as safety coordinators or engineers, facility managers, heads of laboratories where nanoparticles are handled.
  • Organizers: INSTN Grenoble (CEA)
  • On the agenda: potential impact on health; metrology and protection; control of potential risks associated with nanomaterials; consideration of societal aspects.
  • Website: https://instn.cea.fr/formation/maitrise-des-risques-lies-aux-nanomateriaux-sensibilisation
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23
Sep.
2024
Nanotox 2024 (Projets H2020, Venice)
Venice
Conference
  • 11th International Conference on Nanotoxicology
  • Forum aimed at personnel from research and academic institutions as well as from industry, governmental agencies, and other relevant organisations
  • Organizers: the leading EU-funded H2020 Projects DIAGONAL, HARMLESS, and SUNSHINE
  • 23 – 25 September 2024
  • Site internet: https://www.nanotox2024.eu
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6
Oct.
2024
Visit of a laboratory where nanos are manipulated (C2N, Palaiseau – France)
Palaiseau
Lab visit
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