On 7 May 2009, SciDev.Net launched a spotlight to address the question of whether nanotechnology can provide solutions to water treatment in the developing world and improve access to safe drinking water.

The site offers articles and commentaries by international experts that:

• explore the potential of nanotechnology for clean water;
• outline the opportunities and hurdles facing policymakers on the ground;
• examine key issues including risk, regulation and technology transfer;
• highlight progress made to date.

Web site:Nanotech for Clean Water

Tags: technology, water treatment