The magazine MAQ December 2019 January 2020 | Page 194

In this not well defined regulatory framework, there is "The Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies"

"By crowdsourcing expertise our goal is to create a 'living' inventory for the exchange of accurate information on nano­ enabled consumer products. Registered users are encouraged to submit relevant data pertaining to nanoparticle function, location, properties, potential exposure pathways, toxicity and life cycle assessment. Registered users can update product information and add new products."

"The inventory is a resource for consumers, citizens, policymakers, and others who are interested in learning about how nanotechnology is entering the marketplace. It is meant to be international and expanding. The goal is to create a 'living' inventory for the exchange of accurate information on nano­ enabled consumer products. Improved information sharing will allow citizens, manufacturers, scientists, policymakers, and others to better understand how nanotechnology is being used in the consumer marketplace."

THE PROJECT ON EMERGING

NANOTECHNOLOGY