CHAPTER 13: Hopes, Hazards and Hype

There are continuing high hopes in nanotechnology and nanomaterials, but as solid data become available the glorification from previous decades is shifting to more realistic expectations. There is no doubt anymore that in future the new technologies and materials will have a significant impact on our life and that they offer new realistic perspectives to the younger generation. Discussions about safety continue, but important progress is being made on assessing the new aspects of risks and in regulatory affairs.