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Exposure assessmentHazard and risk
26.02.2026
Basics of Toxicology and Chemical Risk Assessment: A PARC Training Resource
Basics of Toxicology and Chemical Risk Assessment: A PARC Training Resource

This training material provides an overview of core principles of toxicology and chemical risk assessment, covering dose-response relationships, exposure assessment, determinants of toxicity, and mixture effects. It outlines mechanisms of toxicity and key concepts supporting evidence-based risk evaluation.

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Presentation / slides
By PARC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
13.02.2026
Exclusive contents on the INTEGRANO SSbD Hub
Exclusive contents on the INTEGRANO SSbD Hub

Exclusive content page featuring webinars and workshops on Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD), organized as part of INTEGRANO’s SSbD Hub. Registration is required to access recordings and materials from leading experts and EU projects.

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Safe and Sustainable by Design
13.12.2025
SPLASH: Sustainable Pharmaceuticals: Learning and Advanced Science Hub
SPLASH: Sustainable Pharmaceuticals: Learning and Advanced Science Hub

The platform highlights structured learning opportunities focused on building expertise in environmental risk assessment methodologies for pharmaceuticals. Through collaborative training and exchange, it contributes to competence development across regulatory, academic, and research communities.

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Training library
By TransPharm
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
30.10.2025
JRC SSbD Bootcamp 2025- day 3
JRC SSbD Bootcamp 2025- day 3

Explore the 2025 SSbD Boot Camp for updates on Safe and Sustainable by Design. Sessions cover the SSbD revision, scoping, safety and sustainability assessments, and documentation, supporting alternatives to substances of concern.

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Webinar recording
By JRC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
29.10.2025
JRC SSbD Bootcamp 2025 - day 2
JRC SSbD Bootcamp 2025 - day 2

Explore the 2025 SSbD Boot Camp for updates on Safe and Sustainable by Design. Sessions cover the SSbD revision, scoping, safety and sustainability assessments, and documentation, supporting alternatives to substances of concern.

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Webinar recording
By JRC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
28.10.2025
JRC SSbD Bootcamp 2025 - day 1
JRC SSbD Bootcamp 2025 - day 1

Explore the 2025 SSbD Boot Camp for updates on Safe and Sustainable by Design. Sessions cover the SSbD revision, scoping, safety and sustainability assessments, and documentation, supporting alternatives to substances of concern.

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Webinar recording
By JRC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
03.07.2025
PARC SSbD toolbox: alpha release workshop
PARC SSbD toolbox: alpha release workshop

Recording of the 3 July 2025 PARC workshop presenting the alpha release of the SSbD toolbox. Includes an overview of its new interface, core functionalities, and practical use to support implementation of the European Commission’s Safe and Sustainable by Design framework.

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Webinar recording
By PARC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
02.07.2025
Introduction to Life Cycle Assessment | Venice School 2025
Introduction to Life Cycle Assessment | Venice School 2025

Recording from Venice School 2025 provides an introduction to Life Cycle Assessment, highlighting essential methodologies and practical insights for evaluating environmental impacts across a product's lifecycle.

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Webinar recording
By Project Hub-360 for the INTEGRANO project
Free
Exposure assessmentHazard and risk
16.06.2025
Salivary leucocytes as non-invasive samples for DNA damage & repair in human biomonitoring
Salivary leucocytes as non-invasive samples for DNA damage & repair in human biomonitoring

Presents the use of salivary leukocytes as a non-invasive biomatrix for assessing DNA damage and repair in biomonitoring studies using the comet assay, including methodological optimization and validation of both fresh and cryopreserved samples.

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Video
By PARC
Free
Hazard and risk Safe and Sustainable by Design
16.06.2025
Use and interpretation of in silico models and read-across
Use and interpretation of in silico models and read-across

An in-depth look at the development and validation of QSAR models for chemical risk assessment, covering molecular descriptors, statistical modeling techniques, applicability domains, and the principles guiding regulatory acceptance.

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Course
By PARC
Free
Hazard and risk Safe and Sustainable by Design
04.04.2025
In silico models: assessment of the results of the VEGA models within an exercise of the PARC project
In silico models: assessment of the results of the VEGA models within an exercise of the PARC project

An overview of in silico approaches in PARC, highlighting VEGA software and integrated platforms for assessing chemical properties aligned with SSbD principles.

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Reading materials
By PARC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
24.03.2025
SSbD in Nano- and Micro-Pellets & Capsules for Cosmetics
SSbD in Nano- and Micro-Pellets & Capsules for Cosmetics

This video introduces the Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design (SSbD) approach in developing nano- and micro-pellets or capsules for cosmetics. Focusing on improved efficacy, controlled release, and sustainable material design.

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Video
By INTEGRANO
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
24.02.2025
SSbD for University students and researchers
SSbD for University students and researchers

This video introduces the SSbD framework for University students and researchers, detailing its role in guiding safe and sustainable research and innovation.

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Video
By INTEGRANO
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
21.02.2025
SSbD Hub Data Management Tool
SSbD Hub Data Management Tool

The Data Management Tool developed for the INTEGRANO project is presented, highlighting its capacity to manage experimental and logistical data, support FAIR principles, and facilitate collaboration among research partners.

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Video
By INTEGRANO
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
14.02.2025
Introduction to SSbD in wastewater treatment sector
Introduction to SSbD in wastewater treatment sector

Key features of SSbD in wastewater treatment are discussed, including material synthesis, process efficiency, adaptability, and collaboration among stakeholders.

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Video
By INTEGRANO
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
14.02.2025
Introduction to SSbD in textile sector 
Introduction to SSbD in textile sector 

This video introduces the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) framework for the European textile industry, highlighting strategies for sustainability, regulatory compliance, and innovation across the supply chain.

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Video
By INTEGRANO
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
14.02.2025
Introduction to SSbD in the cosmetic sector 
Introduction to SSbD in the cosmetic sector 

This video presents an overview of SSbD in the cosmetics sector, focusing on innovation, supply chain impacts, and risk assessment of ingredients and processes.

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Video
By INTEGRANO
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
14.02.2025
Introduction to the SSbD Framework by the JRC
Introduction to the SSbD Framework by the JRC

In this video an introduction to the SSbD Framework is provided, highlighting strategies for integrating safety and sustainability into research and innovation.

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Video
By INTEGRANO
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
29.11.2024
AUTH PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2024 - day 4
AUTH PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2024 - day 4

Discover the 2024 Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) Boot Camp, hosted by PARC and AUTH in Thessaloniki. Explore expert presentations, insights into the EU SSbD framework, and discussions on integrating SSbD into research, industry, and innovation.

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Webinar recording
By PARC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
29.11.2024
AUTH PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2024 - day 3
AUTH PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2024 - day 3

Discover the 2024 Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) Boot Camp, hosted by PARC and AUTH in Thessaloniki. Explore expert presentations, insights into the EU SSbD framework, and discussions on integrating SSbD into research, industry, and innovation.

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Webinar recording
By PARC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
29.11.2024
AUTH PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2024 - day 2
AUTH PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2024 - day 2

Discover the 2024 Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) Boot Camp, hosted by PARC and AUTH in Thessaloniki. Explore expert presentations, insights into the EU SSbD framework, and discussions on integrating SSbD into research, industry, and innovation.

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Webinar recording
By PARC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
29.11.2024
AUTH PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2024 - day 1
AUTH PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2024 - day 1

Discover the 2024 Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) Boot Camp, hosted by PARC and AUTH in Thessaloniki. Explore expert presentations, insights into the EU SSbD framework, and discussions on integrating SSbD into research, industry, and innovation.

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Webinar recording
By PARC
Free
Exposure assessment and 2 others
15.11.2024
Exposome toxicology: Combining different types of stressors held earlier today
Exposome toxicology: Combining different types of stressors held earlier today

This webinar explores the exposome framework in toxicology, focusing on multi-stressor interactions, long-term effects, and regulatory implications for environmental health.

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Webinar recording
By EUROTOX
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
25.10.2023
JRC PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2023 - day 3
JRC PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2023 - day 3

Discover the 2023 Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) Boot Camp, hosted by the European Commission Joint Research Centre and PARC. This event offers insights into SSbD, the EU framework, expert-led sessions, and networking opportunities within a growing SSbD community.

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Webinar recording
By PARC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
25.10.2023
JRC PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2023 - day 2
JRC PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2023 - day 2

Discover the 2023 Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) Boot Camp, hosted by the European Commission Joint Research Centre and PARC. This event offers insights into SSbD, the EU framework, expert-led sessions, and networking opportunities within a growing SSbD community.

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Webinar recording
By PARC
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
25.10.2023
JRC PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2023 - day 1
JRC PARC SSbD Bootcamp 2023 - day 1

Join the 2023 Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) Boot Camp, hosted by the European Commission Joint Research Centre and PARC. This event offers insights into SSbD, the EU framework, expert-led sessions, and networking opportunities within a growing SSbD community.

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Webinar recording
By PARC
Free
Hazard and risk
03.10.2023
Towards faster regulatory action: ECHA's approach to assessing chemicals in groups
Towards faster regulatory action: ECHA's approach to assessing chemicals in groups

ECHA’s approach to group substance assessments, upcoming improvements in communication to registrants, and how to respond if your substance is included.

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Webinar recording
By European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
01.06.2023
Safe(r) and Sustainable Innovation Approach (SSIA): Nano-Enabled and other Emerging Materials
Safe(r) and Sustainable Innovation Approach (SSIA): Nano-Enabled and other Emerging Materials

Focused on the Safe(r) and Sustainable Innovation Approach (SSIA), this resource explores the integration of safety and sustainability into material design, regulatory anticipation, and collaborative knowledge-sharing frameworks to keep pace with rapid material innovation.

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Reading materials
By Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)
Free
Hazard and risk
01.06.2023
From science to standards and harmonised OECD test guidelines
From science to standards and harmonised OECD test guidelines

Slide-based resource on OECD test guidelines, supporting science-regulation knowledge transfer, harmonisation, and onboarding of new Test Guideline developers (comtains 4 different modules).

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Presentation / slides
By NanoHarmony
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
25.05.2023
HARMLESS Workshop on SSbD for SMEs: AdMa in Product Development
HARMLESS Workshop on SSbD for SMEs: AdMa in Product Development

This webinar session introduces the Harmless project's approach to integrating Safe and Sustainable by Design principles in advanced materials, highlighting frameworks, assessment tools, and SME-focused guidance.

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Webinar recording
By HARMLESS
Free
Hazard and risk
15.03.2023
Toxicology with hazard assessment
Toxicology with hazard assessment

An overview of risk assessment methodology, emphasizing the steps from hazard identification to exposure characterization and the use of scientific evidence in defining safety thresholds.

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Webinar recording
By EUROTOX
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
02.03.2023
SUSNANOFAB - Safe and Sustainability by Design
SUSNANOFAB - Safe and Sustainability by Design

Discover how Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) combines safety and sustainability for chemicals, materials, and products. This video highlights lifecycle evaluation, key frameworks, and innovative solutions like nano-manufacturing to meet SSbD criteria.

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Video
By SUSNANOFAB
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
19.12.2022
Information map ‘Safe and Sustainable by Design’ of chemicals and materials
Information map ‘Safe and Sustainable by Design’ of chemicals and materials

This information map provides an overview of "Safe and Sustainable by Design" (SSbD) for companies developing chemicals and materials. Based on expert input, it includes guidance on SSbD principles and practical tips to help businesses integrate sustainability into their operations.

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Reading materials
By Government of the Netherlands
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
23.11.2022
Making innovation Safe by Design
Making innovation Safe by Design

This video animation presents an introduction to the complexities of making innovation safe by design. It examines the fundamental hurdles and offers a practical overview of risk assessment principles for those developing sustainable and responsible solutions.

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Video
By National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), NL
Free
Hazard and risk
19.11.2022
The importance of risk assessments: A European perspective
The importance of risk assessments: A European perspective

A European perspective on workplace risk assessments, featuring presentations on legislation, behavioral approaches, and the OiRA tool to support micro and small businesses.

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Webinar recording
By Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), UK
Free
Hazard and risk
28.04.2022
New developments and regulatory applications of the OECD QSAR toolbox
New developments and regulatory applications of the OECD QSAR toolbox

Covers key features and future plans for the QSAR Toolbox, including integration with IUCLID and applications in non-animal hazard assessment.

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Webinar recording
By European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
21.04.2022
How Safe and Sustainable by Design can be useful for companies
How Safe and Sustainable by Design can be useful for companies

This webinar explores how Safe and Sustainable by Design can be useful for companies, featuring policy and industry perspectives, recent EU developments, and company implementation challenges.

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Video
By ChemSec
Free
Hazard and risk
22.02.2022
Adverse outcome pathways
Adverse outcome pathways

Explores the concept, misconceptions, and future potential of AOPs in predictive toxicology, featuring case studies from nanosafety and discussing their integration with data-driven and high-throughput strategies.

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Webinar recording
By EUROTOX
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
01.01.2022
NanoCommons User Guidance | Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design
NanoCommons User Guidance | Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design

This handbook provides a comprehensive guide to nanosafety, with sections on data management, nanoinformatics, and emerging topics. Included is a detailed subsection on Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design (SSbD), addressing the framework for safety and sustainability in material innovation.

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Reading materials
By NanoCommons
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
29.11.2021
Education and Safe by Design
Education and Safe by Design

Explore educational resources on this website to learn about safety in biotechnology and the Safe-by-Design (SbD) approach. Materials are adaptable for use in academic, research, and project contexts, aiding students and researchers in applying SbD principles.

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Reading materials
By National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), NL
Free
Hazard and risk
18.10.2021
Risk Assessment of combined exposure to multiple chemicals
Risk Assessment of combined exposure to multiple chemicals

Focuses on risk assessment of combined chemical exposures, highlighting approaches like AOPs, TK/TD models, and in silico methods for regulated products and contaminants.

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Webinar recording
By European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
22.09.2020
Educational material on Safe by Design and nanotech
Educational material on Safe by Design and nanotech

This webpage features Safe-by-Design educational materials developed by RIVM. Resources include an English-language course, serious games, and domain-specific tools for integrating safety into innovation processes. Materials are suitable for curricula or independent use by students and professionals.

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Reading materials
By NanoREg2
Free
Hazard and risk Exposure assessment
08.05.2020
Rapid assessment of contaminant exposure (RACE) tool
Rapid assessment of contaminant exposure (RACE) tool

Presents the RACE tool, supporting exposure assessment for food contaminants by comparing intake estimates with health-based guidance values.

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Webinar recording
By European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
02.04.2019
Safe by Design
Safe by Design

This video introduces the concept of Safe-by-Design (SbD) and explores its importance in integrating safety into innovation workflows. Learn how SbD anticipates risks in emerging technologies and helps develop sustainable, responsible, and safe innovations.

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Webinar recording
By TU Delft, NL
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
15.01.2019
SERENADE | Safe by Design education N2LCN
SERENADE | Safe by Design education N2LCN

Exploring nanoscience in short episodes, this series presents nanoparticles’ fundamentals, addressing topics like risks, applications, and lifecycle stages. Developed with expert input, it offers clear, concise insights for understanding their societal and scientific relevance.

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By France - Labex SERENADE (+partners)
Free
Exposure assessmentHazard and risk
11.06.2018
Genetic variability and the risk of developing asbestos related diseases
Genetic variability and the risk of developing asbestos related diseases

This presentation focuses on the molecular pathways involved in the development of asbestos-related diseases, emphasising the roles of oxidative stress, DNA repair, and xenobiotic metabolism. It explores how both germline mutations and single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) within these pathways influence individual susceptibility. By understanding these mechanisms, researchers can identify clinically relevant biomarkers that support early diagnosis and risk assessment.

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Presentation / slides
By HBM4EU
Free
Safe and Sustainable by Design
11.08.2017
Safe Innovation Approach (SIA)
Safe Innovation Approach (SIA)

Introduces the Safe Innovation Approach, combining Safe by Design and Regulatory Preparedness to address safety early in the innovation process, with a focus on nanomaterials.

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Video
By NanoReg2
Free
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