The WPMN aims to ensure that the development and application of nanotechnology is safe and sustainable. Its key objectives include:
1. Developing Test Guidelines: Formulating standardized test methods to assess the safety of nanomaterials. 2. Risk Assessment: Conducting risk assessments to understand the potential hazards of nanomaterials. 3. Data Sharing: Promoting the sharing of safety data among member countries. 4. Regulatory Frameworks: Helping to create harmonized regulatory frameworks for nanomaterials.
