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6.6.4 Additional demand for research

The behaviour of the released nanoparticles in soils is still unclear. Monitoring systems are needed to investigate the mobility, reaction with soil components and effects on soil ecosystems. The application of nanoparticles to soils is closely linked to the groundwater compartment.

A comprehensive overview over the challenges of nZVI application are given in the focus report 2010 which can be downloaded from http://www.observatorynano.eu/project/catalogue/2EV.FO/