A statistical model based on a quantitative structure–activity relationship accurately predicts the cytotoxicity of various metal oxide nanoparticles, thus offering a way to rapidly screen nanomaterials and prioritize testing.
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Burello, E., Worth, A. Predicting toxicity of nanoparticles. Nature Nanotech 6, 138–139 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1038/nnano.2011.27
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