Robert Slone, Ph.D.

As senior vice president and chief scientist, Robert Slone guides UL Solutions in advancing scientific innovation and technical expertise across sustainability, safety and security. Recognized as a Corporate Fellow in the William Henry Merrill Society, Robert has achieved UL Solutions' highest technical honor, reflecting his significant contributions to our mission of working for a safer world. With nearly 30 years of leading teams in product development, intellectual property, open innovation and research and development for multi-national corporations, Robert has helped solve many complex scientific challenges. His role also safeguards UL Solutions' reputation for impartiality and trust in testing, inspection and certification, helping to ensure the company remains a trusted name in safety science. Robert is listed as the inventor of record on 22 patents and his work has been published 25 times across a wide range of technical disciplines, underscoring his dedication to impactful, science-driven progress.

Strengthening safety through collaborations and partnerships

Robert's collaborative approach aligns UL Solutions with leading organizations shaping safety and sustainability standards worldwide. Within UL Solutions, he leads teams that partner closely with customers, anticipating and addressing safety risks in today’s rapidly evolving industrial and regulatory landscapes. Outside UL Solutions, Robert has been elected to contribute his expertise to the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Market Strategy Board starting in 2025 and is currently a member of the Forbes Technology Council and an executive board member at the International Science Reserve (ISR). Through these relationships, Robert and his teams are charting the path forward for safety science and a safer, sustainable future.

Setting the standard for science-backed sustainable progress

Robert’s science-driven approach underpins UL Solutions’ efforts in sustainable practices, from pioneering clean energy offerings to advancing safe materials use. He and his team’s role in the energy transition spans wind and solar power innovations, microgrid design and comprehensive energy storage options. In product stewardship, Robert is focused on removing hazardous substances from products and setting robust guidelines for circularity. By helping companies ensure that remanufactured items meet the same safety standards as first-life products, he contributes to more sustainable industries and helps safeguard the environment.

“The power of UL Solutions lies in our ability to push scientific boundaries while making a lasting, positive impact on the lives of people everywhere.” – Robert Slone, Ph.D.

Panels and boards

• Elected member, IEC Market Strategy Board
• Member, Forbes Technology Council
• Executive Board member and co-founding partner, International Science Reserve (ISR)
• Member, IEC TC61

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