___________________________________________________________________________________________________ About the NanoSafety Cluster The EU NanoSafety Cluster maximises the synergies between European-level projects addressing the safety of materials and technologies enabled by the use of nanoparticles. The studied aspects include toxicology, ecotoxicology, exposure assessment, mechanisms of interaction, risk assessment and standardisation. The Cluster is an initiative of the European Commission Directorate-General for Research and Innovation (DG RTD), which sponsors these large projects. Overall, Europe targets safe and sustainable nanomaterials and nanotechnology innovations. Cluster projects contribute to assuring environmental health and safety (EHS) of this Key Enabling Technology. The Cluster also is an open platform for dialogue and exchange. Researchers, regulators, administrators, industry, civil society representatives... if you have an interest in EHS and nanotechnology, you are very welcome to participate in Cluster activities whether or not you are a partner in formal European projects. This site is your gateway to the Cluster projects, as well as to Working Groups formed to address transversal concerns. Explore the menu, read our Compendium, subscribe to our rich Newsletter, keep up to date with events, submit your own nano-EHS related news or invitations to meetings. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ For any NSC Newsletter queries or feedback, email: lesleytobin@outlook.com |