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The Invisible Hand: How Nanotechnology Impacts Environmental Justice Technology often promises progress, but its impact isn't always equitable. This is especially true when it comes to nanotechnology – a field brimming with potential benefits but also harboring risks that disproportionately affect marginalized communities. Nanomaterials, engineered at the atomic and molecular level, are increasingly used in everything from electronics to medicine. While these tiny particles offer incredible advantages, their unique properties raise concerns about environmental impact and human health. Here's where environmental justice comes into play. Environmental justice is the fair treatment of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. It recognizes that marginalized...