RSI Glossary

Progressively, RSI will fill this glossary with both risk and RSI related terms so as to help those visitors who wish to know more in-depth details about risk and Risk Sciences International.

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  • The U.S. National Academy of Sciences (NAS) is a private, non-profit institution founded in 1863 under a congressional charter signed by President Abraham Lincoln. Its primary objective is to provide independent, evidence-based advice on matters of science, engineering, and medicine to (...) Read More
  • New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) refer to innovative scientific techniques, tools, and strategies developed to assess chemical safety without relying on traditional animal testing. These approaches aim to enhance the efficiency, ethical standards, and scientific relevance of hazard and risk (...) Read More
  • A Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) is a non-profit entity that operates independently of any government. NGOs are created to address various societal, environmental, and global challenges through service delivery, advocacy, and public education. These organizations can be classified based (...) Read More