Our Team
Meet the Minds Shaping Tomorrow’s Science
Committed to rigorous science, collaboration, education and the application of research findings, our leaders carry out our mission to promote safe living and working environments around the globe.
a Safer World.
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Our Leadership
MDRI’s impact is driven by world-class scientists, engineers, and innovators working at the frontiers of materials discovery. Our partners gain access not only to cutting-edge infrastructure, but to a team of experts deeply committed to translating research into scalable, real-world solutions. Together, we advance what science alone cannot.
Jorge González
Dr. Jorge Gonzalez is the director of research for the Materials Discovery Research Institute (MDRI) at UL Research Institutes, where he leads programs advancing the understanding and application of atomic, nanoscale, and mesoscale materials. In his role, Gonzalez helps guide MDRI’s scientific strategy and oversees research initiatives that drive innovation in materials science, all with the goal of reducing health and safety risks while supporting resilience and sustainability in an evolving world.
With extensive experience as a materials scientist, Dr. Gonzalez has contributed to pioneering projects across energy storage, advanced materials design, and collaborative research partnerships. His expertise bridges fundamental discovery and applied science, ensuring MDRI’s work results in both technical breakthroughs and real-world impact.
Meet Our Team
Our Research Science Team
MDRI’s impact is driven by world-class scientists, engineers, and innovators working at the frontiers of materials discovery. Our partners gain access not only to cutting-edge infrastructure, but to a team of experts deeply committed to translating research into scalable, real-world solutions. Together, we advance what science alone cannot.
