1. The Confluence of Biology and Networked Technology
A new frontier of environmental exposure is emerging from the convergence of two advanced technologies: synthetic nanotechnology and pervasive wireless communication systems (e.g., 4G/5G, Wi-Fi). Independently, each represents a significant technological leap. However, their interaction within a biological system presents a novel and complex challenge.
Synthetic nanoparticles are no longer merely passive contaminants. They are increasingly engineered to be functional—meaning they can be designed to respond to specific external signals. When these functional nanomaterials, which can include metallic oxides, quantum dots, or graphene-based structures, accumulate in the body, they can interact with the ubiquitous energy of wireless systems.