Initiatives Underwriters Laboratories conducts original scientific research and releases information and reports for the benefit of public and private stakeholders. All Focus AreasAnti-CounterfeitingDigital IntelligenceElectrochemical SafetyUnderwriters LaboratoriesChemical InsightsData ScienceOffice of Research Experiences and EducationFire SafetyStandards and Engagement pg Page 1 2 3 4 of 4 Pagination June 21, 2021 Anti-Counterfeiting Research Learn about the research devoted to understanding and preventing the pervasive and constant threat counterfeiting poses to people, economies and environments. May 18, 2021 Webinars Illustrate the Science of Underwriters Laboratories These webinars provide professionals, educators and students with the tools necessary to take full advantage of Underwriters Laboratories world-class research. May 11, 2021 Modernizing Our Approach to Standards Development By optimizing our approach to standards development, we continue to drive safety through standardization and quickly adapt to the rapidly changing and advancing world around us. March 09, 2021 Partnering to Help Reduce Microwave-Related Scald Injuries on Small Children A proposed requirement to UL 923, the Standard for Microwave Cooking Appliances, would ultimately make the units more difficult for small children to open. February 23, 2021 International IP Crime Investigators College (IIPCIC) Learn about combating transnational IP crime and how this interactive online training platform operated between INTERPOL and Underwriters Laboratories helps. January 27, 2021 UL Xplorlabs: Engaging the Next Generation of Real-World Problem Solvers Through Safety Science Education The online platform engages students ages 9–14 with content-rich experiential elements including videos, interactive lessons, virtual tests, hands-on experiments and challenges. December 10, 2020 Addressing Potential Firefighting Hazards Around Photovoltaic Systems ANSI/CAN/UL 3741: Standard for Safety for Photovoltaic Hazard Control intends to reduce the risk of electrical shock to first responders from damaged solar panel systems. December 03, 2020 Supporting Electrical Safety Through Improving the Legibility of Critical Information Learn about guidance regarding the display of critical installation and safety information as well as how to help assure the legibility of this information over time. November 09, 2020 Be Safe Buy Real: A Global Consumer Anti-Counterfeiting Campaign We are collaborating with more than 30 global partners to help consumers make informed buying decisions that will keep themselves and their families safe. October 07, 2020 International Law Enforcement Intellectual Property Crime Conference Since 2014, IIPCIC has celebrated excellence, innovation and performance across the intellectual property and brand protection communities around the world. October 01, 2020 New Comparison of Natural and Synthetic Home Furnishings A tangible example and foundation for discussion on the dangers of today’s fire environment not only for firefighters, but also for the public. August 24, 2020 Exploring the Impacts of Machine Learning With Northwestern University Where should research be focused to better understand the risks and hazards related to machine learning? Where might the greatest impacts to individual human health and societal safety occur? July 29, 2020 Study of Firefighter Line of Duty Injuries and Near Misses Firefighter line of duty injuries and near miss incidents provide a unique opportunity to interact with and collect information from the scene and the personnel involved shortly after the incident. May 29, 2020 Study of the Fire Service Training Environment: Safety, Fidelity, and Exposure Among other goals and objectives, this project aims to better understand the concepts of fuel and ventilation limited fires and research how they can be visually taught during hands-on fire training. May 28, 2020 Study of Fire Service Residential Home Size-Up and Search & Rescue Operations Key measurements of this project will address critical needs by the fire service so that more lives can be saved through smarter and more efficient fireground operations. May 05, 2020 Safe Disposal and Recycling of Batteries in Healthcare Settings Underwriters Laboratories has been researching how to prevent battery-related fires and other safety hazards issues affecting high-energy batteries. pg Page 1 2 3 4 of 4 Pagination
June 21, 2021 Anti-Counterfeiting Research Learn about the research devoted to understanding and preventing the pervasive and constant threat counterfeiting poses to people, economies and environments.
May 18, 2021 Webinars Illustrate the Science of Underwriters Laboratories These webinars provide professionals, educators and students with the tools necessary to take full advantage of Underwriters Laboratories world-class research.
May 11, 2021 Modernizing Our Approach to Standards Development By optimizing our approach to standards development, we continue to drive safety through standardization and quickly adapt to the rapidly changing and advancing world around us.
March 09, 2021 Partnering to Help Reduce Microwave-Related Scald Injuries on Small Children A proposed requirement to UL 923, the Standard for Microwave Cooking Appliances, would ultimately make the units more difficult for small children to open.
February 23, 2021 International IP Crime Investigators College (IIPCIC) Learn about combating transnational IP crime and how this interactive online training platform operated between INTERPOL and Underwriters Laboratories helps.
January 27, 2021 UL Xplorlabs: Engaging the Next Generation of Real-World Problem Solvers Through Safety Science Education The online platform engages students ages 9–14 with content-rich experiential elements including videos, interactive lessons, virtual tests, hands-on experiments and challenges.
December 10, 2020 Addressing Potential Firefighting Hazards Around Photovoltaic Systems ANSI/CAN/UL 3741: Standard for Safety for Photovoltaic Hazard Control intends to reduce the risk of electrical shock to first responders from damaged solar panel systems.
December 03, 2020 Supporting Electrical Safety Through Improving the Legibility of Critical Information Learn about guidance regarding the display of critical installation and safety information as well as how to help assure the legibility of this information over time.
November 09, 2020 Be Safe Buy Real: A Global Consumer Anti-Counterfeiting Campaign We are collaborating with more than 30 global partners to help consumers make informed buying decisions that will keep themselves and their families safe.
October 07, 2020 International Law Enforcement Intellectual Property Crime Conference Since 2014, IIPCIC has celebrated excellence, innovation and performance across the intellectual property and brand protection communities around the world.
October 01, 2020 New Comparison of Natural and Synthetic Home Furnishings A tangible example and foundation for discussion on the dangers of today’s fire environment not only for firefighters, but also for the public.
August 24, 2020 Exploring the Impacts of Machine Learning With Northwestern University Where should research be focused to better understand the risks and hazards related to machine learning? Where might the greatest impacts to individual human health and societal safety occur?
July 29, 2020 Study of Firefighter Line of Duty Injuries and Near Misses Firefighter line of duty injuries and near miss incidents provide a unique opportunity to interact with and collect information from the scene and the personnel involved shortly after the incident.
May 29, 2020 Study of the Fire Service Training Environment: Safety, Fidelity, and Exposure Among other goals and objectives, this project aims to better understand the concepts of fuel and ventilation limited fires and research how they can be visually taught during hands-on fire training.
May 28, 2020 Study of Fire Service Residential Home Size-Up and Search & Rescue Operations Key measurements of this project will address critical needs by the fire service so that more lives can be saved through smarter and more efficient fireground operations.
May 05, 2020 Safe Disposal and Recycling of Batteries in Healthcare Settings Underwriters Laboratories has been researching how to prevent battery-related fires and other safety hazards issues affecting high-energy batteries.