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The Essential Elements of a Risk Governance Framework for Current and Future Nanotechnologies
Vicki Stone1, Martin Führ2, Peter H Feindt3
1Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, UK.
Risk Analysis : an Official Publication of the Society for Risk Analysis
|December 15, 2017
Summary
Developing a comprehensive risk governance framework is essential for the safe advancement of nanotechnology. This approach integrates evidence, stakeholders, and regulatory requirements for responsible nanomaterial development and use.
Area of Science:
- Nanotechnology safety and risk governance.
- Societal and ethical implications of emerging technologies.
Background:
- Global investments in safe nanomaterial development and use are significant but fragmented.
- Existing protective efforts for nanomaterials are insufficient when implemented in isolation.
- A gap exists in integrative governance approaches that extend beyond traditional legislation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose an effective risk governance framework for nanomaterials.
- To address the need for an integrated approach coordinating diverse actors in nanotechnology.
- To facilitate the consideration of complex issues in rapidly evolving research and development.
Main Methods:
- Development of a proposed framework based on three essential elements.
- Emphasis on evidence-based development and stakeholder involvement.
- Integration of risk assessment, human behavior modeling, and regulatory requirements.
Main Results:
- Proposed framework includes advanced tools for risk-based decision-making.
- Incorporates an integrated model of predicted human behavior regarding nanomaterial risks.
- Includes legal and regulatory requirements for compliance and proactive safety measures.
Conclusions:
- An integrative risk governance framework is crucial for safe and sustainable nanotechnology.
- Implementation should facilitate and motivate good practice among stakeholders.
- The proposed approach aims to ensure the safe future development of nanotechnology.
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