Considerations for Safe Innovation: The Case of Graphene

Margriet V D Z Park, Eric A J Bleeker, Walter Brand, Flemming R Cassee, Merel van Elk, Ilse Gosens, Wim H de Jong, Johannes A J Meesters, Willie J G M Peijnenburg, Joris T K Quik, Rob J. Vandebriel, Adriënne J A M Sips

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Abstract

The terms "Safe innovation" and "Safe(r)-by-design" are currently popular in the field of nanotechnology. These terms are used to describe approaches that advocate the consideration of safety aspects already at an early stage of the innovation process of (nano)materials and nanoenabled products. Here, we investigate the possibilities of considering safety aspects during various stages of the innovation process of graphene, outlining what information is already available for assessing potential hazard, exposure, and risks. In addition, we recommend further steps to be taken by various stakeholders to promote the safe production and safe use of graphene.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)9574-9593
Number of pages20
JournalACS Nano
Volume11
Issue number10
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2017
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • consumer exposure
  • environmental fate
  • graphene
  • hazard
  • occupational exposure
  • production
  • risk assessment
  • safe innovation

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