Carbon nanotubes: Great for agriculture, but for humans?

CNTs in agriculture: Chris

re: research into whether CNTs are safe for humans if ingested or used to improve seed strike (or anywhere else in ag). You are correct about the potential risks, but as I read their paper, the researchers who found their tomatoes had improved propagation with CNTs are also well aware of the risks of some forms of CNTs and have as a caveat that more research will need to be done on this to ensure they can be used safely in plant breeding or anywhere else.

Actually, I am surprised that this story didn't get more attention.

Jason Major
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