Olivier Mathieu

Dr. Olivier Mathieu is a Research Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University's College of Engineering, specializing in combustion science. His work focuses on chemical kinetics, pollutant formation, and fire suppression technologies.

Education includes a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry – Applied Chemical Kinetics from University of Orléans (2006), M.A. in Chemical Kinetics from University P. and M. Curie (2003), and B.A. in Chemistry from University of Orléans (2001). Research expertise covers fundamental combustion chemistry with applications in energy conversion and safety engineering.

Key research areas:

• High-temperature reaction kinetics
• Pollutant formation mechanisms
• Fire suppressant development
• Alternative fuel combustion
• Shock tube diagnostics

Recent publications focus on ammonia combustion kinetics, battery safety, and chemical kinetic modeling. Major honors include the 2017 JSPS Fellowship and 2007 Paul Laffitte PhD Award. Affiliated with the Turbomachinery Laboratory and Petersen Research Group.