Thierry Meyer

Dr. Thierry Meyer is a Researcher at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Basic Sciences and the Chemical Engineering Institute. He received his MSc (1986) and PhD (1989) in chemical engineering from EPFL and has been a leading figure in polymer reaction engineering and risk management since 1998.

Education:

• MSc in Chemical Engineering, EPFL (1986)
• PhD in Chemical Engineering, EPFL (1989)

His research focuses on polymerization reactions in supercritical fluids, thermal stability analysis, and safety management in academic laboratories. Recent work emphasizes nanomaterials safety, risk assessment frameworks, and climate-related hazards.

Roles & Expertise:

• Chairman of the European Working Party on Polymer Reaction Engineering (2001–2006)
• Adviser for the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) on risk assessment
• Member of editorial boards for journals like Chemical Engineering Research and Design
• Active in occupational health and safety for EPFL’s School of Basic Sciences