E-infrastructure
SbD4Nano develops a novel software infrastructure “e-infrastructure” to foster dialogue and collaboration between actors along the nanotechnology supply chain for a knowledge-driven definition of safe-by-design approaches based on hazard, exposure, product performance and cost criteria.
The infrastructure will be validated in case studies and then implemented at a larger scale to assist and guide industry, regulators, and civil society in the design of well balanced safety, functionality and cost strategies. The system is aimed at reducing possible risks from nanomaterials and nano-enabled products at an early stage of the development process.
SbD4Nano aims to support regulators, industry and decision makers by fostering dialogue and knowledge exchange in operationalising the concept of Safe-by-Design in the nanotechnology value chain. We aim to provide regulators and actors in the nanotechnology supply chain with a simple, robust and cost-effective application for reaching agreement on the specific combination of SbD approaches and control measures. This is to enable reduction of hazard and exposure while satisfying functionality for intended uses in the market.
Get involved
We are now looking for individuals to give us input into the e-infrastructure development and to help us with testing.
Interested to hear more? Contact us on info@SBD4Nano.eu
From the start of the project we will engage with communities of relevant stakeholders from regulation, industry (e.g. nanotechnology industries, SMEs, testing service providers, consultancies), academia, standardisation community, and the civil society (NGOs, trade unions) in a continuous dialogue as we develop the prototype e-infrastructure.
This continuous dialogue is essential for ensuring the development of the e-infrastructure that is fit-for-purpose for use in both regulatory and industrial settings. This alignment to stakeholder needs, coupled with our activities to raise awareness, and to provide training and guidance materials, will ensure that the e-infrastructure has a legacy beyond the duration of the project.