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You searched for these word(s): potePotential 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: 09-15-2025Advancements 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: 09-15-2025Effects of endocrine disrupting chemicals
https://www.rivm.nl/en/endocrine-disrupting-chemicals/effects-of-endocrine-disrupting-chemicals… and on how much of the substance you were exposed to. The potential health effects can also depend on the stage of … can affect the hormonal system of humans or other animals, potentially leading to harmful health effects. To classify … adverse outcome. Many studies are currently examining the potential health effects of endocrine disrupting chemicals. …
Publication date: 04-01-2026The role of RIVM
https://www.rivm.nl/en/endocrine-disrupting-chemicals/role-of-rivm… on how to identify endocrine disrupting chemicals and the potential risks of exposure to them. Sharing information … RIVM is active in the international working group on potential hazard issues as part of the UN Globally … increasingly includes the assessment of substances with potential ED properties. RIVM is also commissioned by …
Publication date: 04-01-2026Enhancing 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: 09-15-2025Endocrine disrupting chemicals
https://www.rivm.nl/en/endocrine-disrupting-chemicals… is a subject of extensive research, for example on their potential harmful effects. Other studies aim to identify … is involved in national and international research on the potentially harmful effects of endocrine disrupting …
Publication date: 04-01-2026Recommended actions and research to address health and environmental pollution on Bonaire
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/recommended-actions-and-research-to-address-health-and-environmental-pollution-on-bonaire… (ILT) have also made recommendations previously. Potential measures are effective waste containment at the … to detect any substances being released with the potential to affect public health. By investigating local …
Publication date: 04-22-2026Projects and collaborations
https://www.rivm.nl/en/endocrine-disrupting-chemicals/projects-and-collaborations… various methods, the project aims to understand the potential risks of chemicals that could affect thyroid … ethics. RIVM is involved in developing a human induced pluripotent stem cell-based brain model to study effects on the … new computer models (in silico) that can help identify potential endocrine disrupting chemicals. These models will …
Publication date: 04-01-2026Survey-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: 09-02-2025Reports and publications
https://www.rivm.nl/en/endocrine-disrupting-chemicals/reports-and-publications… reproductive toxicity, and endocrine disruption potential of alternative substances SP den Braver-Sewradj, R …
Publication date: 04-01-2026Additional 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: 09-29-2025New 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: 09-15-2025