Strong Increase In Nanofood, Molecular Food And Energy From Food Markets In 2007 Worldwide [1] - Nanotechnology Now, USA
Designing and producing food by shaping molecules and atoms is the future of the food industry worldwide. 600 Companies worldwide in Research , Development and Production using nanotechnologies and molecular science in food processing and packaging

Nano overview [2] - Jennifer Sass's Blog, USA
Natural Resources Defense Council proposes a three-part framework for regulating nanomaterials based on a precautionary approach to managing toxic chemicals:
- Prohibit the untested or unsafe use of nanomaterials
- Conduct full lifecycle environment, health, and safety impact assessments as a prerequisite to commercialization
- Facilitate full and meaningful participation by public and workers in nanotechnologies development and control; consider the social and ethical impacts of nanotechnologies.

Nano threat to UK water systems [3] - SafeNano, UK
The Royal Society of Chemistry has this week released a report that calls for more research into the fate of nanoparticles, especially in aquatic environments. "The fate and transport of nanomaterials in the environment is of growing concern and there isn't any legislation at the moment to control its production" say the authors, adding that our understanding of the behaviour of nanoparticles is 'non-existent'.
A major portion of industrial production of nanoscale particles is as part of their use in personal care products, e.g. sunscreen and other cosmetics formulations such as anti-ageing products. Opinion remains divided as to their safety for this use.

Nanotechnology Companies Need Clear Environment and Health Roadmap to Succeed [4] - PR NewsWire, USA
The report, authored by John Lindberg and Margaret Quinn of the University of Massachusetts Lowell found that 80 percent of large firms were taking steps to manage nanotechnology EHS risks, compared to only 33 percent of small and micro companies and 12 percent of firms at start-up stage.
Firms are flying somewhat blind into the future and need a clear set of rules, a sense of the emerging regulatory landscape, and access to relevant research on risks in order to ensure both nanotechnology safety and profits.