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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  • Scientific evidence refers to information, data, or observations that are systematically collected and analyzed according to established scientific methods to support or refute a hypothesis, theory, or claim. It is foundational to decision-making in risk assessment, regulatory science, (...) Read More
  • The role of the Secretary-General of the United Nations encompasses a wide range of responsibilities that differ depending on the context, whether it's within the United Nations itself, its specialized agencies, or in relation to non-governmental organizations (NGOs). United Nations (...) Read More
  • The Society for Risk Analysis (SRA) is an international, interdisciplinary organization dedicated to advancing the study and application of risk analysis. Founded in 1980, the society aims to address complex societal challenges that involve numerous variables, uncertainties, and stakeholder (...) Read More
  • RSI operates an online support desk for those who do not have the direct email address of an RSI staff member. The desk is always monitored during business hours and regularly during off hours. Depending on the severity of the outreach, the response time varies from minutes to a few hours.