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Key Papers: Physico-chemical Characterisation

SAFENANO's Top Physico-chemical Characterisation Papers

The following reading list details what we consider to be some of the most informative papers available relating to the physico-chemical characterisation of nanomaterials.  This list will be updated regularly to ensure that we make the most up to date information available to our readers.

Further reports of relevance to this area in combination with other topics may be included in the Cross-cutting Reports list.


Baer, D.R., Gaspar, D.J., Nachimuthu, P., Techane, S.D. & Castner, D.G. 2010, "Application of surface chemical analysis tools for characterization of nanoparticles", Analytical and bioanalytical chemistry, vol. 396, no. 3, pp. 983-100. 

Boverhof, D.R. & David, R.M. 2010, "Nanomaterial characterization: considerations and needs for hazard assessment and safety evaluation", Analytical and bioanalytical chemistry, vol. 396, no. 3, pp. 953-961. 


Decker, J.E., Walker, A.R.H., Bosnick, K., Clifford, C.A., Dai, L., Fagan, J., Hooker, S., Jakubek, Z.J., Kingston, C., Makar, J., Mansfield, E., Postek, M.T., Simard, B., Sturgeon, R., Wise, S., Vladar, A.E., Yang, L. & Zeisler, R. 2009, "Sample preparation protocols for realization of reproducible characterization of single-wall carbon nanotubes", Metrologia, vol. 46, no. 6, pp. 682-692. 


Domingos, R.F., Baalousha, M.A., Ju-Nam, Y., Reid, M.M., Tufenkji, N., Lead, J.R., Leppard, G.G. & Wilkinson, K.J. 2009, "Characterizing Manufactured Nanoparticles in the Environment: Multimethod Determination of Particle Sizes", Environmental science & technology, vol. 43, no. 19, pp. 7277-7284. 


Hassellov, M., Readman, J.W., Ranville, J.F. and Tiede K. 2008, "Nanoparticle Analysis and Characterization Methodologies in Environmental Risk Assessment of Engineered Nanoparticles", Ecotoxicology, vol. 17, pp. 344-361. 


Ma-Hock, L., Gamer, A., Landsiedel, R., Leibold, E., Frechen, T., Sens, B., Huber, G., van Ravenzwaay, B. 2007, "Generation and Characterization of Test Atmospheres with Nanomaterials," Inhalation Toxicology, vol. 19, no. 10, pp. 833-848. 


Marquis, B.J., Love, S.A., Braun, K.L. & Haynes, C.L. 2009, "Analytical methods to assess nanoparticle toxicity", The Analyst, vol. 134, no. 3, pp. 425-439. 


Meißner, T., Potthoff, A., Richter, V. 2009, "Suspension characterization as important key for toxicological investigations", Journal of Physics: Conference Series 170, 012012. 


Meißner, T., Potthoff, A., Richter, V. 2009, "Physico-chemical characterization in the light of toxicological effects," Inhal. Toxicol., vol.  21, pp. 35-39. 


Murdock, R.C., Braydich-Stolle, L., Schrand, A.M., Schlager, J.J., Hussain, S.M. 2008, "Characterization of Nanomaterials Dispersion in Solution Prior to In Vitro Exposure Using Dynamic Light Scattering Technique", Toxicological Sciences, vol. 101, no. 2, pp. 239-253. 


Piret, J.-P, Detriche, S., Vignero, R., Vankoningsloo, S., Rolin, S, Mejia Mendoza, J.H., Masereel, B., Lucas, S., Delhalle, J., Luizi, F., Saout, C., Toussaint, O. 2009, "Dispersion of multi-walled carbon nanotubes in biocompatible dispersants", J. Nanopart. Res., vol. 12, no. 1, pp.75-82.  


Powers, K.W., Brown, S.C., Krishna, V.B., Wasdo, S.C., Moudgil, B.M. and Roberts S.M. 2006, "Research Strategies for Safety Evaluation of Nanomaterials. Part VI. Characterization of Nanoscale Particles for Toxicological Evaluation", Toxicological Sciences, vol. 90, no. 2, pp. 296-303. 


Pyell, U. 2010, "Characterization of nanoparticles by capillary electromigration separation techniques", Electrophoresis, vol. 31, no. 5, pp. 814-831. 


Sayes, C.M. & Warheit, D.B. 2009, "Characterization of nanomaterials for toxicity assessment", Wiley interdisciplinary reviews.Nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology, vol. 1, no. 6, pp. 660-670. 


Schneider, T. & Jensen, K.A. 2008, "Combined single-drop and rotating drum dustiness test of fine to nanosize powders using a small drum", Annals of Occupational Hygiene, vol. 52, no. 1, pp. 23-34. 


Silly, F. 2009, "A robust method for processing scanning probe microscopy images and determining nanoobject position and dimensions", Journal of microscopy, vol. 236, no. 3, pp. 211-218. 


Tiede, K., Boxall, A.B.A., Tear, S.P., Lewis, J., David, H. and Hassellov M. 2008, "Detection and Characterization of Engineered Nanoparticles in Food and the Environment", Food Additives and Contaminants, vol. 25, no. 7, pp. 795-821.  


Vippola, M., Falck, G.C., Lindberg, H.K., Suhonen, S., Vanhala, E., Norppa, H., Savolainen, K., Tossavainen, A., Tuomi, T. 2009, "Preparation of nanoparticle dispersions for in-vitro toxicity testing," Hum Exp Toxicol., vol. 28, no. 6-7, pp.377-85. 


Warheit, D.B. 2008, "How Meaningful are the Results of Nanotoxicity Studies in the Absence of Adequate Material Characterization?", Toxicological Sciences., vol 101, no. 2, pp. 183-185.


Zuin, S., Pojana, G., Marcomini, A. 2007, "Effect-Oriented Physicochemical Characterization of Nanomaterials” in Nanotoxicology: Characterization, Dosing and Health Effects", eds. N.A. Monteiro-Riviere and C.L. Tran, 1st Ed, Informa Healthcare, New York, pp. 19-57.

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