NRP 64 has three main research areas:
- Biomedical research: New nanomaterials can indeed lead to pioneering developments in pharmacology, medical testing and medical equipment The biomedical module deals with the potential health effects of the use of nanomaterials.
- Environmental research: Nanoparticles can be released into the water, air or earth either deliberately – for instance when plant protection products are used in farming – or unintentionally in the course of manufacturing, use or disposal. The projects of the environmental research module assess the effects of nanoparticles on the environment and on ecological systems.
- Other Fields : This module contains two projects examining the development and use of innovative nanomaterials, nanocomposites and novel building materials. In addition, they evaluate the potential health hazards and environmental risks associated with these materials throughout their life cycle.