Precautionary Principle

Authors: Stebbing, M.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Journal of Bioethical Inquiry
Abstract: The author argues for a more interdisciplinary and inclusive debate on the ethical, legal, and regulatory frameworks that may avoid the loss of public trust that has characterized the introduction of new technologies. The author sug...
Year: 2009
DOI: 10.1007/s11673-009-9142-9

Authors: Rosner, David ; Markowitz, Gerald
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Public Health Reports
Abstract: Historically the prevention of disease has been one of the main principles of public health policy. Recently, as the idea of public health has expanded to include enviromental and industrial health, the public health mandate of prev...
Year: 2002

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Authors: Resnik, David
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Studies in the History and Philosophy of Science Part C: Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Abstract: The author defends the precautionary principle as being scientific, so long as the threats addressed by the principle are plausible threats, and the precautionary measures that are adopted are reasonable. ...
Year: 2003
DOI: 10.1016/S1369-8486(02)00074-2

Authors: Kysar, Doug
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Journal of Land Use and Environmental Law
Abstract: This article, which is part of a larger project comparing the merits of cost-benefit analysis and the precautionary principle for accessing risks association with environmental, health, and safety regulation, focuses on the claim th...
Year: 2007
URL: http://www.law.fsu.edu/journals/landuse/vol22_1/Kysar.pdf

Authors: Vaz, Sofia Gudes ; Wynne, Brian ; Keys, Jane ; Stirling, Andy ; MacGarvin, Malcolm ; European Environment Agency ; Gee, David ; Harremoës, Poul
Publication Type: Report
Abstract: This report by the European Environment Agency, examines fourteen case studies which demonstrate how ignoring early warning signs lead to a failure to adequately protect human health and the environment. These case studies were revi...
Year: 2001
URL: http://www.genok.no/filarkiv/File/late_response.pdf

Authors: Foss Hansen, Steffen ; Maynard, Andrew ; Baun, Anders ; Tickner, Joel A
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Nature Nanotechnology
Abstract: This article looks at a report published in 2001 by the European Environment Agency called "Late Lessons from Early Warnings: The Precautionary Principle 1896-2000" in reference to the case of nanotechnology. The report reviews four...
Year: 2008
DOI: 10.1038/nnano.2008.198

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: Sass, Jennifer
Publication Type: Conference Paper
Abstract: Presentation summarizes the known and potential toxicology of some nanoscale particles, and presents the National Resources Defense Council's recommendations for a precautionary policy for nanomaterials. ...
Year: 2006
URL: http://docs.nrdc.org/health/files/hea_06121401A.pdf

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

Authors: Whiteside, Kerry H.
Publication Type: Book
Abstract: The precautionary principle, which holds that action to address threats of serious or irreversible environmental harm should be taken even in the absence of scientific certainty, has been accepted as a key feature of environmental l...
Year: 2006

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Authors: United States Chamber of Commerce
Publication Type: Web Article
Abstract: This position statement of the United States Chamber of Commerce states that the agency supports a science-based approach to risk management, and opposes the domestic and international adoption of the precautionary principle as a ba...
Year: 2005
URL: http://www.uschamber.com/issues/index/regulatory/precautionaryprinciple.htm

Authors: Ziegler, Alan
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences
Abstract: Author analyzes two different principles underlying current efforts to regulate nanotechnology that are intended to promote human health and minimize potential health concerns: precautionary principle and internalization of social c...
Year: 2007
URL: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1196/annals.1382.022/pdf
DOI: 10.1196/annals.1382.022

Authors: United Nations Environment Programme
Publication Type: Conference Proceedings
Secondary Title: United Nations Conference on Environment and Development, Rio de Janeiro 3-14 June 1992
Abstract: Principle 15: In order to protect the environment, the precautionary approach shall be widely applied by States according to their capabilities. Where there are threats of serious or irreversible damage, lack of full scientific cert...
Year: 1992
URL: http://www.unep.org/Documents.multilingual/Default.asp?DocumentID=78&ArticleID=1163

Authors: Foster, K. R.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Science
Abstract: Focuses on the Precautionary Principle, which is the basis for European environmental law and plays a role in the development of environmental health policies. Criticisms against the principle; Interpretations of the principle; Regu...
Year: 2000
DOI: 10.1126/science.288.5468.979

Authors: Sunstein, Cass R.
Publication Type: Book
Abstract: Author argues that the precautionary principle is incoherent and potentially paralyzing, as risks exist on all sides of issues such as genetic engineering and nanotechnology, and often precautionary steps create dangers of their own...
Year: 2005

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Authors: Goklany, Indur M. ; CATO Institute
Publication Type: Book
Abstract: Goklany argues that the precautionary principle was intended originally to be a general notion recommending that policymakers choose rules to produce overall reductions in environmental and public health risks. This principle, in th...
Year: 2001

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Authors: Kaiser, Matthias
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Foundations of Science
Abstract: Discusses the precautionary principle of environmental policy and its implications for science and explores different versions and interpretations of the precautionary principle....
Year: 1997
DOI: 10.1023/A:1009641701933

Authors: World Commission on the Ethics of Scientific Knowledge and Technology
Publication Type: Report
Secondary Title: COMEST Expert Group Report
Abstract: In-depth study of the precautionary principle's history, differing definitions, ethical and legal basis, complexity, risk, and cost-benefit analysis of the principle, and its future applications. Also provides numerous case studies ...
Year: 2005
URL: http://unesdoc.unesco.org/images/0013/001395/139578e.pdf

Authors: Wecker, John ; Moor, James
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: International Journal of Applied Philosophy
Abstract: Article clarifies what the precautionary principle is, and then refutes common criticisms about its use for regulating nanotechnology. The authors use three examples including the gray goo scenario, nanoparticles and possible health...
Year: 2006

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Authors: Swiss Re Centre for Global Dialogue ; Kenny, Lawrence
Publication Type: Conference Proceedings
Secondary Title: The Risk Governance of Nanotechnology: Recommendations for Managing a Global Issue (6-7 July 2006: Ruschlikon, Switzerland
Abstract: This document reports on the discussions undertaken at the Conference "The Risk Governance of Nanotechnology: Recommendations for Managing a Global Issue" held at the Swiss Re Centre for Global Dialogue on the 6th and 7th of July 20...
Year: 2007
URL: http://www.ruschlikon.net/INTERNET/rschwebp.nsf/vwPagesIDKeyWebLu/GLBH-743CKG/$FILE/Nanotech_Report_2006.pdf

Authors: Manson, Niel A.
Publication Type: Journal Article
Secondary Title: Environmental Ethics Journal
Abstract: Author identifies the core logical structure of the precautionary principle and distinguishes it from the various key concepts that appear in the many different formulations of the principle. In part two, author examines the 'catast...
Year: 2002

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Authors: Sass, Jennifer ; Kojola, Bill ; Ortlieb, Dave ; Ringen, Knut ; Kimbrell, George A. ; Burns, Kathy ; Welch, Laura ; Commoner, Barry ; Markowitz, Steven
Publication Type: Journal Article
Abstract: This open letter, written by scientists and medical consultants of the United Steelworkers International Union Health, Safety & Environment Department,responds to the U.S. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)...
Year: 2008
URL: http://www.icta.org/doc/Niosh%20interim%20nano%20guidance-usw%20comment.pdf

Authors: Montague, Peter
Publication Type: Magazine Article
Secondary Title: Multinational Monitor
Abstract: Article discusses possible future applications of the development of technology and recommends the adoption of the precautionary principle or the foresight principle when looking at how to develop regulations dealing with nanotechno...
Year: 2004
URL: http://multinationalmonitor.org/mm2004/09012004/september04corp2.html

Authors: Science and Environmental Health Network
Publication Type: Conference Proceedings
Secondary Title: Wingspread Conference (1998 Jan, 23-25 : Racine, WI)
Abstract: Statement on the Precautionary Principle by Wingspread Conference Participants....
Year: 1998
URL: http://www.sehn.org/state.html

Authors: Commission of the European Communities
Publication Type: Report
Abstract: This Communication from the European Commission seeks to outline the Commission's approach to using the Precautionary Principle and establishes the Commission's guidelines for applying it....
Year: 2000
URL: http://ec.europa.eu/dgs/health_consumer/library/pub/pub07_en.pdf