UL Research Institutes
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Location
Headquarters: Northbrook, Illinois, United States, North America
Region: Illinois
Country: US
Continent: North America
About
UL Research Institutes is a leading independent safety science organization with global reach. We sense and act on risks to public safety through bold hypotheses and objective investigations, sharing knowledge for the public good. The institute focuses on disciplines such as chemical safety, digital safety, electrochemical safety, and fire safety, and collaborates across locations to advance safety science and sustainable technologies.
UL Research Institutes conducts independent scientific research on public safety risks, focusing on chemical, digital, electrochemical, and fire safety. It collaborates with global experts to advance safety science and support the development of standards for emerging technologies and sustainable materials.
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Primary Industry: Business Services
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Funding & Financials
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nonprofit
Leadership
Matthew Bragg — Partnerships Manager
Judy Jeevarajan — Vice President and Executive Director, Electrochemical Safety Research Institute
Judy Jeevarajan — Vice President & Distinguished Scientific Advisor
James Hudgens — President and Chief Executive Officer
Christopher Cramer — Executive Vice President and Chief Research Officer
Stuart Miller — Vice President and Executive Director (MDRI)
Technology Stack
Products
Chemical Insights Research Institute: Conducts research on the impact of chemical and environmental exposures on human health, focusing on areas like 3D printing emissions, vaping, and global air pollution.
Electrochemical Safety Research Institute: Focuses on advancing electrochemical science and technology, particularly in energy storage, battery systems, and sustainable energy technology.
Fire Safety Research Institute: Addresses fire safety risks through research on fire dynamics and strategies in various structures, using full-scale and field testing.
Materials Discovery Research Institute: Develops new materials to address global safety challenges, focusing on climate change, carbon capture, and water purification.
Discoveries in Safety Grants: Funds scientific research to promote safety, health, and sustainability, supporting projects across various safety science focus areas.
