Nanotechnology Project

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Inventories

Environment, Health and Safety Research

Risk analysis and governance of nanomaterials

Project Information

Principal InvestigatorAnders Baun
InstitutionTechnical University of Denmark
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Relevance to ImplicationsHigh
Class of NanomaterialEngineered Nanomaterials
Impact SectorCross-cutting
Broad Research Categories Exposure
Hazard
Control
Characterization
Risk Assessment
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Funding Information

CountryDenmark
Anticipated Total Funding$368,862.00
Annual Funding$122,954.00
Funding SourceTechnical University of Denmark
Funding Mechanism
Funding Sector
Start Year2005
Anticipated End Year2008

Abstract/Summary

To identify and assess the potential risks of nanotechnologies; Explore and further develop current decision-making tools for dealing with complex and uncertain emerging risks, and;Provide recommendations on how to govern nanotechnologies within a precautionary framework focused at protecting human health and the environment without hindering innovation.