Safety 2012 Proceedings

734 Forecasting Nano Law: The Bright Path Ahead for Workplace Safety and NanoMedicine (B)

Instructor: Ilise L. Feitshans, J.D., ScM, Geneva School of Diplomacy & Institute for Work and Health, Geneva, Switzerland

Description: Law and science have partnered to solve major public health issues ranging from asbestos to the threat of nuclear holocaust. We try to foresee unknown nanotechnology risks and to address them_with best practices, codes of_conduct and scientific principles to prevent harm. Nanotechnology's revolution for the world's economy can also provide the catalyst for revolutionizing public health.

Level: B