Graphene Flagship researchers analyzed the effect of particles derived from polyamide reinforced with reduced graphene oxide. Colored SEM images of abraded particles. Image: Empa / Journal of Hazardous Materials
Graphene Flagship researchers analyzed the effect of particles derived from polyamide reinforced with reduced graphene oxide. Colored SEM images of abraded particles. Image: Empa / Journal of Hazardous Materials - Graphene-based particles released from polymer composites after abrasion induce negligible health effects. Under the leadership of Empa, an international research team of the Graphene Flagship project conducted a study on the health risks of graphene-containing nanoparticles and recently published the results in Journal of Hazardous Materials. Graphene-related materials (GRMs) are often used to reinforce polymers. In small concentrations of up to five weight percent, GRMs can significantly enhance the strength, electrical conductivity and thermal transport of composites for a variety of applications. However, being a relatively new set of materials, graphene and GRMs need to be carefully assessed in order to identify potential adverse effects prior commercialization.
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