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Lynn L. Bergeson
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Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.

Abstract:
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) announced in its September 5, 2014, eNews that an international committee unanimously selected Dr. Vladimir Murashov, special assistant for nanotechnology to the NIOSH Director, "to lead an international working group on the health, safety, and environmental aspects of nanotechnologies."

August 29th, 2014

NIOSH Scientist Appointed Convener of International Nanotechnology Working Group

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) announced in its September 5, 2014, eNews that an international committee unanimously selected Dr. Vladimir Murashov, special assistant for nanotechnology to the NIOSH Director, "to lead an international working group on the health, safety, and environmental aspects of nanotechnologies." NIOSH states that the working group is part of a larger initiative by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) to develop standardization in the nanotechnologies field. According to NIOSH, "[a]s convener, Dr. Murashov will guide the working group as they develop science-based standards to improve worker, consumer, and environmental protections by promoting good practice in the production, use, and disposal of nanomaterials and nanotechnology products."

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