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Alain Garrigou is a Professor of Ergonomics at the University of Bordeaux, affiliated with the Hygiene and Safety Department at the Institute University of Technology (IUT) of Bordeaux. He conducts research within the EPICENE team at the Bordeaux Population Health (BPH) center, a joint unit of Inserm and the University of Bordeaux. He serves as an expert at ANSES, member of the scientific commission of INRS, president of the national doctoral program in occupational health, and was appointed vice-president in charge of quality of life and health at work at the University of Bordeaux in 2022.
His research centers on ergotoxicology, a transdisciplinary field integrating ergonomics and toxicology to assess and prevent chemical risks in the workplace. He has extensively studied farmers' exposure to pesticides, the effectiveness of personal protective equipment (PPE), hospital staff exposure to anticancer drugs, silica dust exposure in construction, and nanoparticle diffusion in 3D printing. He advocates for human-centered approaches in agricultural and industrial transformations, particularly in the context of agroecology and the factory of the future.
His recent scholarly work spans law, public health, virtual reality training, and participatory design. These publications reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research that bridges technical systems, human behavior, and policy frameworks, with a consistent focus on visibility and prevention of invisible occupational hazards.
Professional Recognition and Roles:
- Expert, ANSES (National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety)
- Member, Scientific Commission of INRS (National Institute for Research and Safety)
- President, National Doctoral Program in Occupational Health
- Vice-President in charge of Quality of Life and Health at Work, University of Bordeaux (since 2022)
Alain Garrigou is actively involved in advising and shaping national research and policy in occupational health. While specific grant details are not listed, his leadership in major scientific committees and research programs indicates sustained funding and institutional support. He contributes to both academic and public discourse through media appearances and policy-relevant publications.
He is a key member of the EPICENE research team at the Bordeaux Population Health (BPH) center, where he integrates ergonomics with population health research. His work includes developing virtual reality platforms for testing agricultural machinery and improving safety training, positioning him at the forefront of innovative, human-centered technological integration in high-risk work environments.
