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You searched for these word(s): risk assessmentNew approach methodologies for risk assessment and safe-and-sustainable by design of nanomaterials.
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/new-approach-methodologies-for-risk-assessment-and-safe-and-sustainable-by-design-of… (NAMs). One focussed on the purpose of regulatory risk assessment and the other on in silico methods for the … nanomaterials, most still require validation for regulatory risk assessment purposes. Investment in validating test … NAMs are innovative technologies used in hazard and risk assessment. They aim to reduce or replace traditional …
Publication date: 10-03-2024Nipah virus in India: risk to Dutch travellers very low
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/nipah-virus-in-india-risk-to-dutch-travellers-very-low… mainly transmitted by fruit bats. In the Netherlands, the risk of infection with the Nipah virus is negligible. There … the virus. People travelling to West Bengal can reduce the risk of contracting the virus by following the … Recommendations for people travelling to West Bengal The risk of infection is very low for Dutch travellers. Follow …
Publication date: 02-02-2026Can foliar nanoforms of fertilisers be used beneficially?
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/can-foliar-nanoforms-of-fertilisers-be-used-beneficially… the nanospecific properties of these products when assessing the benefits and risks for crops, the environment, and human health. What are … Product Regulation, there is an increased focus on assessing the human and environmental safety aspects …
Publication date: 10-03-2024Enhancing focus on safety and sustainability could benefit the European Union’s ambition to excel in advanced materials
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/enhancing-focus-on-safety-and-sustainability-could-benefit-european-unions-ambition-to-excel… The past few decades of managing the uncertain risks for human and environment associated with … provide their vast experience with governing the uncertain risks of nanotechnology. They use this to emphasise the … industry, SMEs, and the public regarding potential risks and impacts of advanced materials. Key actions based …
Publication date: 10-03-2024Concentrations of new substances in surface water too high for drinking water
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/concentrations-of-new-substances-in-surface-water-too-high-for-drinking-water… found in this water. For 65 of these substances, RIVM has assessed whether they could impact the quality of drinking … Recommendations for drinking water research RIVM only assessed surface water used as a source of drinking water, …
Publication date: 02-10-2026Ongoing monitoring of changes in swine influenza viruses
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/ongoing-monitoring-of-changes-in-swine-influenza-viruses… that affect humans or birds. In order to identify potential risks for humans and animals in a timely manner, it is …
Publication date: 02-05-2026Strengthening Biosecurity in Southeast and Eastern Europe (Biosecurity SEEE)
https://www.rivm.nl/en/strengthening-biosecurity-in-southeast-and-eastern-europe-biosecurity-seee… aimed to support SEEE Countries with National Biosecurity Assessments, implementation of IHR biosafety and biosecurity … RIVM organized several workshops on laboratory biorisk assessment during the pre-conference program. Together … program was conducted on basics of biosafety, biological risk assessment, dual-use, and how to train new trainers. …
Publication date: 02-23-2026Screening Approach to the Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design Development
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/screening-approach-to-safe-and-sustainable-by-design-development… by the OECD . Tier 1 of Early4AdMa is a simple screening assessment based on the NESSI score (Novelty, Exposure, … scores high, it moves to Tier 2 for a more detailed assessment of the warnings from Tier 1. The value of … be released during mat installation, posing an inhalation risk for workers. There was no expected exposure to …
Publication date: 10-03-2024Genotoxicity of titanium dioxide in cosmetics cannot be excluded
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/genotoxicity-of-titanium-dioxide-in-cosmetics-cannot-be-excluded… of studies should be improved to reduce uncertainty in assessment. Why does SCCS come with this advice on titanium … products revealed several shortcomings in the safety assessment. For nano-grade TiO2, more information is needed … Overall, further investigation is needed to assess the risk to the consumer from long-term repeated exposure to …
Publication date: 10-03-2024Testing of nanomaterials and advanced materials remains a challenge
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/testing-of-nanomaterials-and-advanced-materials-remains-challenge… testing of chemicals To enable internationally harmonised risk assessment of chemicals, research groups and regulatory …
Publication date: 10-03-2024Safety and production of COVID-19 vaccines
https://www.rivm.nl/en/coronavirus-covid-19/vaccination/safety… If a vaccine receives a positive opinion in this initial assessment, a marketing authorisation will be granted by the … offering an autumn vaccination to people over 60, medical risk groups and care workers who have direct contact with … COVID-19 vaccination is advised for people in medical risk groups who could become seriously ill from COVID-19, …
Publication date: 10-07-2024Prof. dr. T.L. (Talitha) Feenstra
https://www.rivm.nl/en/about-rivm/knowledge-and-expertise/experts-and-expertise/prof-dr-tl-talitha-feenstra… modelling (for health economics) Health technology assessment Additional functions Professor of …
Publication date: 02-18-2026Respiratory infections now in season
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/respiratory-infections-now-in-season… pain, headache or tiredness. Some people are more at risk A person who has a respiratory infection can pass it on … very young children. COVID-19 and flu cause an additional risk of serious respiratory infection for older people and … these general recommendations will help you reduce the risk of passing it to others: Are you ill? Then stay home. …
Publication date: 10-08-2024Impetigo
https://www.rivm.nl/en/impetigo… washing your hands and good personal hygiene reduce the risk of impetigo. Try to avoid touching the blisters or … Impetigo is not dangerous for the unborn child. The risk of complications for pregnant women is usually no … Women who have recently given birth are at a higher risk of postpartum infection when exposed to this bacterium. …
Publication date: 10-02-2024Literature review
https://www.rivm.nl/en/behavioural-science/sociovax/literature-review… Programme. Examples include experiences from the community, risk perception, or confidence in the government, the …
Publication date: 02-19-2026Flu vaccine campaign about to start
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/flu-vaccine-campaign-about-to-start-0… and over and people with certain medical conditions are at risk of becoming seriously ill. That is why they receive an …
Publication date: 10-03-2024Staphylococcus aureus
https://www.rivm.nl/en/staphylococcus-aureus… or on towels, sheets, clothing or sports equipment. The risk that the bacteria will spread is highest in hospitals …
Publication date: 02-05-2026Significantly fewer babies in Dutch ICUs thanks to injection against RSV
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/significantly-fewer-babies-in-dutch-icus-thanks-to-injection-against-rsv… as early as possible. Very young children have the highest risk of ending up in hospital for RSV. The virus is …
Publication date: 02-16-2026