Chemical Insights

Science for a Safer, Healthier Tomorrow

UL Research Institutes’ Chemical Insights Research Institute conducts scientific research to better understand environmental exposure technologies and practices, their impact on human health, and strategies to reduce risk. 

Through open science, education, and collaboration, we provide actionable data to help manufacturers, educators, health care providers, and communities make informed decisions that protect public health.

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Advanced Toxicology Labs: Accelerating Health Research

Chemical Insights Research Institute operates four specialized research centers equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories. We bring a full suite of exposure science, computational and environmental toxicology, and analytical chemistry approaches to investigate some of today’s most challenging environmental health issues.
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Turning Science Into Action: Research for the Greater Good

Our research goes beyond the laboratories and acts as a catalyst to protect the public and influence real world change. Our peer-reviewed findings are translated into: UL standards and safety guidance documents; actionable toolkits for workplaces and communities; and online education for professionals and information-seeking adults. 

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UL Research Institutes’ Chemical Insights Scientists Receive Multiple Awards from the Society of Toxicology

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UL Research Institutes’ Chemical Insights Scientist Receives Achievement Award from The Society of Toxicology

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UL Research Institutes’ Chemical Insights Releases Guidance on Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems

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UL Research Institutes’ Chemical Insights Names New Executive Director

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Chemical Insights Research Institute Scientist Wins ‘Best Publication Award’

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Wildfire Aware: Download Resources and Learn Practical Tips for Preparedness and Recovery

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Effects of Extreme Heat Explored in New Design Brief

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CIRI Publishes Comprehensive Guidance to Protect Community Health Impacted by Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Events

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