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You searched for these word(s): poteEarly4AdMa demonstrates value by identifying potential regulatory issues and research needs for nanocarriers
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/early4adma-demonstrates-value-by-identifying-potential-regulatory-issues-and-research-needs… Its first application on nanocarriers has revealed several potential issues for nanocarrier materials. These include … demonstrate that the Early4AdMa system may help to identify potential issues with safety, sustainability, and … (OECD) hosted a workshop to identify and describe potential safety, sustainability, and regulatory issues on a …
Publication date: 04-30-2024Potential of nanomaterials in food packaging to improve food safety and sustainability
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/potential-of-nanomaterials-in-food-packaging-to-improve-food-safety-and-sustainability… in food packaging that use nanotechnology have the potential to improve food quality and safety by extending … can sometimes migrate from packaging into food, so the potential risks to human health from the nanomaterials … by RIVM Recent innovations in food packaging offer a lot of potential to improve (environmental) sustainability and, in …
Publication date: 09-15-2025EFSA’s re-evaluation of silver as a food additive is inconclusive
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/efsas-re-evaluation-of-silver-as-food-additive-is-inconclusive… particularly regarding the physicochemical properties and potential toxicity of silver particles at the nanoscale. The … body—information deemed essential for understanding its potential toxicity. Insufficient data on potential nano-specific toxicity EFSA also raised concerns …
Publication date: 09-15-2025Twenty years of adaptations in European legislation for nanomaterials: we are not there yet
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/twenty-years-of-adaptations-in-european-legislation-for-nanomaterials-we-are-not-there-yet… amendments for nanomaterials may not necessarily identify potential hazards and risks for advanced materials. European … the past 20 years In 2004, a report was published about the potential effects of nanotechnology on human health and the … it is unclear whether these can also effectively identify potential hazards and risks associated with other advanced …
Publication date: 04-30-2024Advancements in metal-organic frameworks: an approach for safe, sustainable and effective industrial application
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/advancements-in-metal-organic-frameworks-approach-for-safe-sustainable-and-effective… a safe and sustainable approach in their design, the full potential of MOFs can be realised. Researchers call for … to a review by Wright and colleagues, MOFs have great potential for other applications, such as batteries, water … applications. These innovative materials not only have the potential to reduce energy consumption but also open up new …
Publication date: 09-15-2025Enhancing worker protection during nanomaterial production – Insights from the Prevention through Design approach
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/enhancing-worker-protection-during-nanomaterial-production-insights-from-prevention-through… new product. The primary goal is to identify and eliminate potential hazards before they become an issue. The PtD … size of those particles, and how much of the material could potentially settle in the lungs of exposed workers. These … the use of respiratory protection equipment. To reduce potential exposure, the authors suggested following the PtD …
Publication date: 09-15-2025Electronic waste as a source of nanoparticles
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/electronic-waste-as-source-of-nanoparticles… and rare metals in e-waste into metallic nanoparticles is a potentially important innovation. Green Chemistry-based … address many concerns. The review has identified several potential pitfalls to address before large-scale application …
Publication date: 04-30-2024Reports Public Health and Health Services 2023
https://www.rivm.nl/en/about-rivm/corporate-publications/scientific-report/reports-public-health-and-health-services-2023… of the Single Use Plastic Directive and prioritisation of potential migrating chemical substances Alternatieve … on sale of sugar from non-alcoholic beverages. Analyses of potential tax adjustments M Eykelenboom, M Oosterhoff, I … en databronnen Focus on food outlets. Overview of potential indicators and data sources RE Vellinga, EAP …
Publication date: 04-01-2024Survey-based monitor
https://www.rivm.nl/en/behavioural-science/sociovax/results-of-survey-monitor… or not to vaccinate. The monitor also offers an overview of potential differences between groups of people and how those …
Publication date: 09-02-2025RIVM recommends a standardised design for e-cigarettes to reduce e-cigarette appeal
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/rivm-recommends-standardised-design-for-e-cigarettes-to-reduce-e-cigarette-appeal… detrimental effects on health. Moreover, e-cigarettes can potentially serve as a gateway to tobacco smoking for young …
Publication date: 04-25-2024FAQ about avian flu
https://www.rivm.nl/en/bird-flu/faq-about-avian-flu… confirmed cases and monitoring developments. assessing potential risks to public health. drafting guidelines, for …
Publication date: 04-29-2024OECD proposes tiered approach for testing bioaccumulation of nanomaterials
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/oecd-proposes-tiered-approach-for-testing-bioaccumulation-of-nanomaterials… is a valuable indicator for quantifying the accumulation potential of organic chemicals. However, nanomaterials do …
Publication date: 04-30-2024Efficient risk assessment for nanomaterials in aquatic systems: IATAs to support grouping and read-across
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/efficient-risk-assessment-for-nanomaterials-in-aquatic-systems-iatas-to-support-grouping-and… of data from different tests on the skin-sensitising potential of chemicals have been used. IATAs can also help …
Publication date: 04-30-2024Additional research into (micro)nutrients
https://www.rivm.nl/en/food-and-nutrition/additional-research-micronutrients… and minerals. RIVM uses scenario analyses to calculate the potential effects of fortification on micronutrient intake …
Publication date: 09-23-2025News and activities WHO CC on Behavioural Science for Health Emergency Preparedness and Resilience
https://www.rivm.nl/en/who-collaborating-centre-on-behavioural-science-for-health-emergency-preparedness-and-resilience/news-and-activities… risks, respond to public health guidance, and prepare for potential crises. Reports from the SI-PANDA 2024 and 2025 …
Publication date: 09-29-2025Reports Environment and Safety 2023
https://www.rivm.nl/en/about-rivm/corporate-publications/scientific-report/reports-environment-and-safety-2023… en plastic deeltjes van windturbines op zee Assessment of potential risks of chemicals and plastic particles from … en plastic deeltjes van windturbines op zee Assessment of potential risks of chemicals and plastic particles from … straling uit uraniumtegels in Nederlandse woningen Potential exposure to ionising radiation from uranium tiles …
Publication date: 04-01-2024New safety data confirms hydroxyapatite in nanoform is safe for oral care products
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/new-safety-data-confirms-hydroxyapatite-in-nanoform-is-safe-for-oral-care-products… concentration of 10%, primarily due to concerns about potential DNA damage by the rod-shaped particles. The new …
Publication date: 09-15-2025Scaling up: From initial indication to national outbreak
https://www.rivm.nl/en/infectious-disease-control/scaling-up-from-initial-indication-to-national-outbreak… convened in response to an impending crisis that could potentially have severe consequences. This often happens …
Publication date: 04-15-2024Outbreak Management Team
https://www.rivm.nl/en/infectious-disease-control/outbreak-management-team… identifies the area of a crisis, and assesses the potential consequences of a crisis. This information …
Publication date: 04-15-2024