Request for Information: Update of NIOSH Nanotechnology Strategic Plan for Research and Guidance, 12361-12362 [2011-5110]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 44 / Monday, March 7, 2011 / Notices information, or any non-public corporate or trade association information, such as trade secrets or other proprietary information. Roy Fleming, Sc.D., CDC/NIOSH, 1600 Clifton Road, NE., MS–E20, Atlanta, Georgia 30333, Toll free 1–866–426– 3673, e-mail: nioshdocket@cdc.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dated: February 28, 2011. John Howard, Director, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. [FR Doc. 2011–5111 Filed 3–4–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4163–19–P Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [Docket Number NIOSH 134–A] National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) seeks comment on the types of hazard identification and risk management research that should be considered for updating the NIOSH 2009 nanotechnology strategic plan. Public Comment Period: Comments must be received by April 15, 2011. ADDRESSES: Written comments, identified by docket number NIOSH 134–A, may be submitted by any of the following ways: • Mail: NIOSH Docket Office, Robert A. Taft Laboratories, MS–C–34, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45226. • Facsimile: (513) 533–8285. • E-mail: nioshdocket@cdc.gov. All information received in response to this notice will be available for public examination and copying at the NIOSH Docket Office, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Room 109, Cincinnati, Ohio 45226. A complete electronic docket containing all comments submitted will be available thirty days after the public comment period on the NIOSH Web page at https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/ docket, and comments will be available in writing by request. NIOSH includes all comments received without change in the docket, including any personal information provided. All electronic comments should be formatted as Microsoft Word. Please make reference to docket number NIOSH 134–A. SUMMARY: In accordance with Section 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92–463), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announces the aforementioned meeting: srobinson on DSKHWCL6B1PROD with NOTICES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). ACTION: Notice of public comment period. Disease, Disability, and Injury Prevention and Control Special Emphasis Panel (SEP): Determine of the Benefits of Work and/or School Exclusion to Respiratory Illness in Decreasing Influenza Transmission, Funding Opportunity Number (FOA) CK11–007, Initial Review Time and Date: 8 a.m.–5 p.m., May 2, 2011 (Closed). Place: Sheraton Gateway Hotel Atlanta Airport, 1900 Sullivan Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30337, Telephone: (770) 997–1100. Status: The meeting will be closed to the public in accordance with provisions set forth in Section 552b(c) (4) and (6), Title 5 U.S.C., and the Determination of the Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, CDC, pursuant to Public Law 92–463. Matters To Be Discussed: [The meeting will include the initial review, discussion, and evaluation of applications received in response to ‘‘Determine of the Benefits of work and/or School Exclusion to Respiratory Illness in Decreasing Influenza Transmission’’] Contact Person for More Information: Dr. Amy Yang, Scientific Review Officer, CDC, 1600 Clifton Road, NE., Mailstop E60, Atlanta, Georgia 30333, Telephone: (404) 498–2733. The Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, has been delegated the authority to sign Federal Register notices pertaining to announcements of meetings and other committee management activities, for both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. Jkt 223001 BILLING CODE 4163–18–P AGENCY: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 17:54 Mar 04, 2011 [FR Doc. 2011–5102 Filed 3–4–11; 8:45 am] Request for Information: Update of NIOSH Nanotechnology Strategic Plan for Research and Guidance DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES VerDate Mar<15>2010 Dated: February 25, 2011. Elaine L. Baker, Director, Management Analysis and Services Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 12361 Background: Since 2004, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has pioneered research on the toxicological properties and characteristics of nanoparticles. This research has involved characterizing occupationally relevant nanoparticles for predicting whether these particles pose a risk of adverse health effects and for providing guidance on controlling workplace exposures. In September 2005, NIOSH developed a strategic plan to further guide the Institute in identifying and prioritizing nanotechnology research. In 2009 this strategic plan [https://www.cdc.gov/ niosh/topics/nanotech/strat_plan.html] was updated based on knowledge gained from results of ongoing NIOSH research [see Progress Toward Safe Nanotechnology in the Workplace; A Report from the NIOSH Nanotechnology Research Center https://www.cdc.gov/ niosh/docs/2007–123/] and from stakeholder input. NIOSH would like to build on the accomplishments of ongoing research [see https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/ 2010–104/] to develop strategic research goals and objectives through 2015. NIOSH has identified 10 critical research areas for nanotechnology research and communication. These 10 critical research areas are (1) toxicity and internal dose, (2) measurement methods, (3) exposure assessment, (4) epidemiology and surveillance, (5) risk assessment, (6) engineering controls and personal protective equipment (PPE), (7) fire and explosion safety, (8) recommendations and guidance, (9) communication and information, and (10) applications. NIOSH is considering focusing the overarching strategic research goals for these critical areas on 5 key goals: (1) Provide guidance to protect workers, (2) alert workers, employers, governments, and the public about possible new hazards, (3) assess the hazards of nanomaterials and the risks to workers, (4) help workers by assessing and implementing exposure registries, and (5) assess the level of protection practiced in US workplaces. NIOSH requests comment on how research in these 10 critical areas and the 5 overarching goals can be enhanced. Examples of requested information include, but are not limited to: (1) The need for toxicity evaluation and/or workplace exposure characterization of engineered nanoparticles not currently being studied*. E:\FR\FM\07MRN1.SGM 07MRN1 12362 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 44 / Monday, March 7, 2011 / Notices (2) Development of technical and educational guidance materials*. (3) Development of additional partnerships and collaborations*. (4) Research in the development of risk management strategies (e.g., exposure assessment, engineering controls)*. Note: * provide rationale for recommendations. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Charles L. Geraci, NIOSH, Robert A. Taft Laboratories, MS–C32, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45226, telephone (513) 533–8339. Dated: February 28, 2011. John Howard, Director, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Agenda: To review and evaluate grant applications. Place: Hyatt Regency Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA 22202. Contact Person: William J Johnson, Ph.D., Scientific Review Officer, Office of Scientific Review/DERA, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 7178, Bethesda, MD 20892–7924, 301–435– 0725, johnsonwj@nhlbi.nih.gov. (Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance Program Nos. 93.233, National Center for Sleep Disorders Research; 93.837, Heart and Vascular Diseases Research; 93.838, Lung Diseases Research; 93.839, Blood Diseases and Resources Research, National Institutes of Health, HHS) [FR Doc. 2011–5110 Filed 3–4–11; 8:45 am] Dated: March 1, 2011. Jennifer S. Spaeth, Director, Office of Federal Advisory Committee Policy. BILLING CODE 4163–19–P [FR Doc. 2011–5039 Filed 3–4–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4140–01–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES National Institutes of Health National Institutes of Health National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute; Notice of Closed Meetings srobinson on DSKHWCL6B1PROD with NOTICES Pursuant to section 10(d) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App.), notice is hereby given of the following meetings. The meetings will be closed to the public in accordance with the provisions set forth in sections 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6), Title 5 U.S.C., as amended. The grant applications and the discussions could disclose confidential trade secrets or commercial property such as patentable material, and personal information concerning individuals associated with the grant applications, the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. Name of Committee: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Special Emphasis Panel; Translational Programs in Lung Disease. Date: March 24–25, 2011. Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Agenda: To review and evaluate grant applications. Place: Doubletree Hotel Bethesda (Formerly Holiday Inn Select), 8120 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814. Contact Person: Shelley S Sehnert, Ph.D., Scientific Review Officer, Office of Scientific Review/DERA, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 7206, Bethesda, MD 20892–7924, 301–435– 0303, ssehnert@nhlbi.nih.gov. Name of Committee: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Special Emphasis Panel; Pediatric Heart Network Data Coordinating Center. Date: March 29, 2011. VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:54 Mar 04, 2011 Jkt 223001 Center for Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings Pursuant to section 10(d) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. App.), notice is hereby given of the following meetings. The meetings will be closed to the public in accordance with the provisions set forth in sections 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6), Title 5 U.S.C., as amended. 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[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 44 (Monday, March 7, 2011)]
[Notices]
[Pages 12361-12362]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2011-5110]


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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

[Docket Number NIOSH 134-A]


Request for Information: Update of NIOSH Nanotechnology Strategic 
Plan for Research and Guidance

AGENCY: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) 
of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Department of 
Health and Human Services (HHS).

ACTION: Notice of public comment period.

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SUMMARY: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) 
of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) seeks comment 
on the types of hazard identification and risk management research that 
should be considered for updating the NIOSH 2009 nanotechnology 
strategic plan.
    Public Comment Period: Comments must be received by April 15, 2011.

ADDRESSES: Written comments, identified by docket number NIOSH 134-A, 
may be submitted by any of the following ways:
     Mail: NIOSH Docket Office, Robert A. Taft Laboratories, 
MS-C-34, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45226.
     Facsimile: (513) 533-8285.
     E-mail: nioshdocket@cdc.gov.
    All information received in response to this notice will be 
available for public examination and copying at the NIOSH Docket 
Office, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Room 109, Cincinnati, Ohio 45226. A 
complete electronic docket containing all comments submitted will be 
available thirty days after the public comment period on the NIOSH Web 
page at https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docket, and comments will be available 
in writing by request. NIOSH includes all comments received without 
change in the docket, including any personal information provided. All 
electronic comments should be formatted as Microsoft Word. Please make 
reference to docket number NIOSH 134-A.
    Background: Since 2004, the National Institute for Occupational 
Safety and Health (NIOSH) of the Centers for Disease Control and 
Prevention (CDC) has pioneered research on the toxicological properties 
and characteristics of nanoparticles. This research has involved 
characterizing occupationally relevant nanoparticles for predicting 
whether these particles pose a risk of adverse health effects and for 
providing guidance on controlling workplace exposures. In September 
2005, NIOSH developed a strategic plan to further guide the Institute 
in identifying and prioritizing nanotechnology research. In 2009 this 
strategic plan [https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/nanotech/strat_plan.html] was updated based on knowledge gained from results of 
ongoing NIOSH research [see Progress Toward Safe Nanotechnology in the 
Workplace; A Report from the NIOSH Nanotechnology Research Center 
https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/2007-123/] and from stakeholder input.
    NIOSH would like to build on the accomplishments of ongoing 
research [see https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/2010-104/] to develop 
strategic research goals and objectives through 2015. NIOSH has 
identified 10 critical research areas for nanotechnology research and 
communication. These 10 critical research areas are (1) toxicity and 
internal dose, (2) measurement methods, (3) exposure assessment, (4) 
epidemiology and surveillance, (5) risk assessment, (6) engineering 
controls and personal protective equipment (PPE), (7) fire and 
explosion safety, (8) recommendations and guidance, (9) communication 
and information, and (10) applications.
    NIOSH is considering focusing the overarching strategic research 
goals for these critical areas on 5 key goals: (1) Provide guidance to 
protect workers, (2) alert workers, employers, governments, and the 
public about possible new hazards, (3) assess the hazards of 
nanomaterials and the risks to workers, (4) help workers by assessing 
and implementing exposure registries, and (5) assess the level of 
protection practiced in US workplaces.
    NIOSH requests comment on how research in these 10 critical areas 
and the 5 overarching goals can be enhanced. Examples of requested 
information include, but are not limited to:
    (1) The need for toxicity evaluation and/or workplace exposure 
characterization of engineered nanoparticles not currently being 
studied*.

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    (2) Development of technical and educational guidance materials*.
    (3) Development of additional partnerships and collaborations*.
    (4) Research in the development of risk management strategies 
(e.g., exposure assessment, engineering controls)*.

    Note: * provide rationale for recommendations.


FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Charles L. Geraci, NIOSH, Robert A. 
Taft Laboratories, MS-C32, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio 
45226, telephone (513) 533-8339.

    Dated: February 28, 2011.
John Howard,
Director, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, 
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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