On this website you can find a set of educational materials that help students to get a grasp on safety in the field of biotechnology and on the Safe-by Design (SbD) strategy. Part of this material is also helpful for applying this strategy in own (future) biotechnology projects, like in a MSc thesis or PhD project. Each of the materials has a particular focus and uses a different method of working. In general the material can be used flexible and tailored to the needs and circumstances.
Safety in practice
To start the discussion on safety in a playful and open setting the following materials are presented. Two games; a Serious Game and a game called 'Cards for Biosafety' introduce students to the world of Biosafety. The third item presents material to organize a workshop for researchers interested in new applications and technologies of biotechnology.
Case material
The case material is presented as in depth material for students and researchers to help address a range of safety issues, and apply Safe-by-Design in the field of biotechnology. Five cases intended to stimulate group discussions, are available in different expertise fields of biotechnology.
Guidances
Here you can find documents providing knowledge on environmental safety aspects of biotechnology. Links to webpages help to find in-depth information. The document 'Safety framework Biotechnology' focuses on biotechnology in general and is recommended to students. The second document provides information in the domain of industrial biotechnology and focuses on a safe, sustainable and circular design.
Contact information
For more information on the educational materials, please contact us at: sbdbiotechnologie@rivm.nl