| Summary: |
This German-language report of the NanoKommission investigates the benefits and risks of nanotechnologies. The NanoKommission was created by Germany’s federal government in 2006 to work with stakeholders in establishing a dialogue regarding nanotech and to determine what focus areas require attention. The NanoKommission has three working groups: Opportunities for Environment and Health, Risks and safety research, and Principles for the responsible use with nanomaterials. Among its recommendations are a provisional classification of nanomaterials among different groups (likely hazard, possible risk, and risk unlikely) while further risk assessment is completed. |