Risk Assessment

Authors: ICF International ; Teepe, Adam ; Linquiti, Peter
Publication Type: Report
Abstract: Report analyzes U.S. Federal Government's efforts to research the human health and environmental consequences of nanotechnology. It describes an urgent need to chart a more aggressive course in these research areas. Report gives fou...
Year: 2006
URL: http://www.icfi.com/markets/environment/doc_files/nanotechnology.pdf

Authors: Grunwald, Armin ; Parr, Doug ; Speller, Sylvia
Publication Type: Report
Abstract: This report is intended for non-experts in risk analysis and in technology assessment, or ethical, legal and social aspects of nanotechnology, to get a quick insight in what these areas of research have to say about nanotechnology. ...
Year: 2005
URL: http://www.nanoforum.org/nf06~modul~showmore~folder~99999~scid~341~.html?action=longview_publication&

Authors: MacCormack, Tyson J. ; Goss, Gregg G.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Journal of Industrial Ecology
Abstract: The authors of this article look at some of the main issues raised in regard to manufactured nanoparticles and its potential effects on aquatic and marine ecosystems. The article suggests the use of proactive approaches to identify ...
Year: 2008
DOI: 10.1111/j.1530-9290.2008.00041.x

Authors: Shatkin, Jo Anne
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Industry of Industrial Ecology
Abstract: The author briefly looks at how life cycle assessment and risk analysis may offer one way to identify and evaluate the potential impact engineered nanomaterials may have on human health and the environment. Some of the challenges fa...
Year: 2008

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Authors: Germano, Connie
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: John Liner Review
Abstract: This white paper and accompanying podcast discusses the risk management issues and challenges associated with the use and development of nanotechnologies. The article discusses some of the potential benefits and associated risks ass...
Year: 2008
URL: http://www.aceusa.com/news/pages/newpodcastfromaceusaprovidesinsightintomanagingthe.aspx

Authors: Wallace, David
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: nanotechnology Law and Business
Abstract: This author looks at the case studies of how past transformative technologies have shaped societal experiences, and argues that the traditional approach of emphasizing quantitative risk-assessment paradigms should be reconsidered. I...
Year: 2008

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Authors: Thomas, Treye ; Bahadori, Tina ; Savage, Nora ; Thomas, Karluss
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Wiley interdisciplinary reviews. Nanomedicine and nanobiotechnology
Abstract: This paper highlights the importance of exposure assessment for determining the potential risks of nanomaterials. Without an integrated approach, it will be difficult to meaningfully access the risks of nanomaterials, realize the po...
Year: 2009
DOI: 10.1002/wnan.34

Authors: Environmental Defense Fund ; DuPont
Publication Type: Web Article
Abstract: DuPont conducted three demonstration projects to evaluate the usefulness of the Nano Risk Framework, a risk assessment strategy jointly developed by DuPont and Environmental Defense. The case studies used the Nano Risk Framework to ...
Year: 2007
URL: http://nanoriskframework.org/page.cfm?tagID=1326

Authors: Kanarek, Marty S
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: WMJ : official publication of the State Medical Society of Wisconsin
Abstract: In light of rapidly evolving nanotechnology the "precautionary principle" in environmental health science is reviewed. Hopefully a balance can be reached that allows the realization of societal benefits from the development and impl...
Year: 2007
URL: http://www.wisconsinmedicalsociety.org/uploads/wmj/Kanarek.pdf

Authors: Innovation Society
Publication Type: Web Article
Abstract: This press release advertises a service provided by TUV SUD and the Innovation Society where nanotechnology experts from these two organizations come to your company and perform an evaluation of the risks in the areas of occupationa...
Year: 2008
URL: http://www.innovationsgesellschaft.ch/index.php?page=156

Authors: NANOSAFE Inc.
Publication Type: Web Article
Abstract: In this press release, the company NANOSAFE INC.announces the launch of its NANOSAFE TESTED Program and the accompanying product registry the NANOTECH REGISTER, as well as the first product to be added to the list. This product, whi...
Year: 2008
URL: http://www.nanosafeinc.com/uploads/NANOSAFE_INC_Press_Release_Nov_12_2008.pdf

Authors: Johnson, Dexter
Publication Type: Web Article
Secondary Title: Nanoclast Blog
Abstract: Discusses recent comments by Dr. Andrew Mayanard, a leader in the field of nanotechnology with a reputation for someone who challenges the safety of products containing nanomaterials, about the Friends of the Earth's call for a ban ...
Year: 2010
URL: http://spectrum.ieee.org/nanoclast/semiconductors/nanotechnology/daring-to-challenge-ngos-on-nanotech-risk

Authors: Rejeski, David
Publication Type: Conference Paper
Secondary Title: Workshop on Disaster Prevention, Harvard University, April 27, 2006
Abstract: Presentation by David Rejeski, Director of the Project for Emerging Nanotechnologies of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, at the Workshop for Disaster Prevention, Harvard University. Paper discusses the tendency ...
Year: 2006
URL: http://www.nanotechproject.org/publications/archive/nanotech_safety_101_how_to/

Authors: Robichaud, Christine Ogilvie ; Uyar, Ali Emre ; Darby, Michael R. ; Zucker, Lynne G. ; Wiesner, Mark R.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Environmental Science & Technology
Abstract: An upper bound is estimated for the magnitude of potential exposure to nano-TiO2 with the purpose of enabling exposure assessment and, ultimately, risk assessment. Knowledge of the existing bulk TiO2 market is combined with avail...
Year: 2009
DOI: 10.1021/es8032549

Authors: Baxter, David
Publication Type: Web Article
Secondary Title: SafeNano News
Abstract: This article gives a brief introduction to how insurers assess the risks of a certain event or an emerging technology, and points out that one of the problems facing insurers in regard to nanotechnology is the lack of data about any...
Year: 2008
URL: http://www.safenano.org/NanoInsurancePerspective.aspx

Authors: Guy Carpenter & Company Inc. ; Blaunstein, Robert
Publication Type: Report
Abstract: Overview of recent developments in nanotechnology and nanoparticle sciences, In addition to providing an overview of the science of nanotechnology and its potential applications, the report addresses, nanotechnology's potential long...
Year: 2006
URL: http://gcportal.guycarp.com/portal/extranet/popup/pdf_2007/GCPub/NANO%20paper%207_11.pdf

Authors: Geiser, K
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: New Solutions: A journal of environmental and occupational health policy
Abstract: Article calls for the need for a cautious, well-crafted policy framework for nanotechnology based on a clearer understanding of the direct and indirect effects, benefits, and risk of nanotechnology. The authors recommend a precautio...
Year: 2004

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Authors: Renn, O. ; Roco, M. C.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Journal of Nanoparticle Research
Abstract: This article first identifies the main characteristics and future prospects of nanotechnology as an emerging technology and then summarizes some of the potential risks associated with its research and development. After explaining t...
Year: 2006
DOI: 10.1007/s11051-006-9092-7

Authors: Swiss Re Centre for Global Dialogue
Publication Type: Report
Abstract: Report from a conference that brought together various stakeholders for a cross-disciplinary discussion on risk analysis, risk management, and options for acceptable risk transfer. The key findings from the discussion were that stan...
Year: 2004
URL: http://media.cgd.swissre.com/documents/nanotechnology_report.pdf

Authors: Oberdörster, Günter ; Oberdörster, Eva ; Oberdörster, Jan
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Environmental health perspectives
Abstract: Although humans have been exposed to airborne nanosized particles for many years, the. he rapidly developing field of nanotechnology is likely increase this exposure through inhalation, ingestion, skin uptake, and injection of engin...
Year: 2005
URL: http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CBcQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fehp03.niehs.nih.gov%2Farticle%2FfetchArticle.action%3FarticleURI%3Dinfo%3Adoi%2F10.1289%2Fehp.7339&ei=9bVJTPWPIZjrnQfT4fHiDQ&usg=AFQjCNEvX-21byMIhAkmIOcmnji_p248cw

Authors: Nalwa, Hari Singh ; Singh, Surya
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
Abstract: This article summarizes some of the sources of various nanostructured materials, such as fullerenes and quantum dots, associated possible routes of human exposure, their biocompatibility in relation to their potential toxicological ...
Year: 2007
DOI: 10.1166/jnn.2007.922

Authors: Deshpande, Shilpa ; Swami, Nathan ; Gorman, Michael E. ; Wardak, Ahson
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Journal of Industrial Ecology
Abstract: This article presents a methodology to identify human health, safety and environmental risks that may be posed by nano-enabled products that uses a scenario analysis approach that uses a sent of pre-identified use and disposal scena...
Year: 2008
DOI: 10.1111/j.1530-9290.2008.00029.x

Authors: Lexington Insurance
Publication Type: Web Article
Abstract: Lexington Insurance Company, a Chartis company, introduced one of the first types of insurance coverage specifically providing an array of risk management services designed for firms whose principal business is manufacturing nanopar...
Year: 2010
URL: http://www.lexingtoninsurance.com/documents/lexHSLexNanoShield.pdf

Authors: Kuzma, Jennifer ; Jordan Paradise ; Gurumurthy Ramachandran ; Jee-Ae Kim ; Adam Kokotovich ; Susan M. Wolf
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Risk Analysis
Abstract: When analyzing oversight system that have been developed for emerging technologies such as nanotechnology, reviewers often use a single disciplinary perspective, and a limited set of criteria for evaluation. In this article, the aut...
Year: 2008

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Authors: Center for Responsible Nanotechnology ; Mike Treder ; Phoenix, Chris
Publication Type: Conference Paper
Abstract: Article discusses the differences between the strict and active form of the precautionary principle and discusses the possible application of the precautionary principle to nanotechnology regulation....
Year: 2004
URL: http://www.crnano.org/precautionary.htm