Bjørn Hilt

Bjørn Hilt is affiliated with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), specifically within the Faculty of Medicine's Department of Occupational Medicine. His research focuses on occupational and environmental health, particularly addressing risks from mineral dust, asphalt particulates, and chemical exposures in workplaces like agriculture and construction. He has contributed to studies on respiratory effects of occupational hazards, neurological impacts of mercury exposure in dental settings, and mental health challenges among farmers.

Key areas of investigation include:

• Environmental medicine: Assessing health impacts of stone minerals in asphalt and road dust
• Workplace safety: Evaluating cooking fumes, pesticide exposure, and nanomaterial risks
• Public health policy: Advocating for nuclear non-proliferation and occupational safety regulations

His work often employs controlled exposure experiments, epidemiological cohort studies, and interdisciplinary collaboration with institutions like St. Olav Hospital and SINTEF.