Humans are increasingly exposed to nanoparticles and, although many of their
physiological effects have been described, the molecular mechanisms underlying them are …

Background Subtle DNA methylation alterations mediated by carbon nanotubes (CNTs)
exposure might contribute to pathogenesis and disease susceptibility. It is known that both …

Pulmonary exposure to multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) causes inflammation and
fibrosis. Our previous work has shown that industrially produced MWCNTs trigger specific …

Recent studies have identified carbon nanotube (CNT)-induced epigenetic changes as one
of the key players in patho-physiological response. In the present study, we investigated …

Diversity in physicochemical properties of engineered multiwalled carbon nanotubes
(MWCNTs) increases the complexity involved in interpreting toxicity studies of these …

Use of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) is growing which increases occupational
exposures to these materials. Their toxic potential makes it important to have an in-depth …

This study was designed to assess the epigenetic alterations in blood cells, induced by
occupational exposure to multi-wall carbon nanotubes (MWCNT). The study population …

Nanotechnology has introduced many manufactured carbon-based nanoparticles (CNPs)
into our environment, generating a debate into their risks and benefits. Numerous …

The widespread use of titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2 NPs) is gradually increasing the
risk of exposure to these potentially hazardous materials. Although numerous health effects …

Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are nanoscale tube-shaped carbon materials used in many
industrial areas. Their fiber shape has caused concerns about their toxicity given their …