Date of Award
1-27-2017
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Molecular Bioscience, MS
First Advisor
Jennifer Bouldin
Committee Members
Malathi Srivatsan; Maureen Dolan
Call Number
LD251 .A566t 2016 L22
Abstract
The use of nanotechnology in research and consumer products is increasing, but there are few studies regarding the safety of nanoparticles (NPs). NPs’ small size and increased surface area allow for unique physical and chemical properties not seen in bulk counterparts of the same material. Thus, NP interactions within environmental and biological matrices are not well understood. Specifically, quantum dots (QDs) have garnered increased attention due to their superior optical properties. However, little research on the effects of QDs on the environment is available. The studies described herein provide data regarding interactions of QDs in aquatic and terrestrial environments using methods that mimicked realistic exposures. First, fish were exposed to QD-contaminated water to study time- and dose-dependent QD uptake. Secondly, mice were exposed to a QD-containing aerosol to determine whether QD exposure could influence pulmonary cytokine production. These studies provide useful information on the interactions of QDs with the environment.
Rights Management
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Recommended Citation
Leigh, Kenton Layne, "Effects Of Exposure to Quantum Dots in the External and Internal Environments of Organisms" (2017). Student Theses and Dissertations. 606.
https://arch.astate.edu/all-etd/606
