Which Top Cosmetics Brands Contain Nanoparticles? Are Nanoparticles Safe? The Labeling Debate Video Clips "Nanoparticles in items you use everyday - are they safe, and why aren’t they better regulated?" Nanoparticles in the Environment: Nano materials, sunscreens and cosmetics - risks: Nanoparticles potentially harmful: Macro concerns in a micro world: Preventing Adverse Health Effects from Nanotechnology (by the Center for Disease Control) Internet Search: Please do not rely on Wikipedia! It’s a good starting point, but please use Google, Bing or the school library database search to expand your research 2. Collaborate with Your Group Your group will have one week to complete this project, so delegating the pieces and collaborating regularly is essential! During the week you will each need to post to your team’s forum at least twice this week. 3. Create a Rough Draft of Your Policy Recommendation Write a rough draft of your recommendation. Remember to define nanoparticles, give examples of how and why they are used in personal care products (pros and cons) and address peripheral issues like environmental impact and labeling requirements. Make sure what you write could be used by an FDA representative to guide policy decisions. You may want to trade drafts with at least one other group member to get some feedback. 4. Share Your Recommendation With Your Peers/Get Feedback
Which Top Cosmetics Brands Contain Nanoparticles? Are Nanoparticles Safe? The Labeling Debate Video Clips "Nanoparticles in items you use everyday - are they safe, and why aren’t they better regulated?" Nanoparticles in the Environment: Nano materials, sunscreens and cosmetics - risks: Nanoparticles potentially harmful: Macro concerns in a micro world: Preventing Adverse Health Effects from Nanotechnology (by the Center for Disease Control) Internet Search: Please do not rely on Wikipedia! It’s a good starting point, but please use Google, Bing or the school library database search to expand your research 2. Collaborate with Your Group Your group will have one week to complete this project, so delegating the pieces and collaborating regularly is essential! During the week you will each need to post to your team’s forum at least twice this week. 3. Create a Rough Draft of Your Policy Recommendation Write a rough draft of your recommendation. Remember to define nanoparticles, give examples of how and why they are used in personal care products (pros and cons) and address peripheral issues like environmental impact and labeling requirements. Make sure what you write could be used by an FDA representative to guide policy decisions. You may want to trade drafts with at least one other group member to get some feedback. 4. Share Your Recommendation With Your Peers/Get Feedback
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