International Standardization in Particle Characterization for Quality and Safety Assessment in Particle Technology

The interdisciplinary field of particle characterization and particle release characterization, especially regarding environmental, health and safety aspects associate with nanotechnology, requires coordinated actions in standardization between measurement methods and application scenarios. This in turn, demands also a consistent terminology in context with nanotechnology. Established liaisons, represented by experts, between international standardization committees try to ensure detailed coordination in the daily work.