Dr. Stephen Taylor is the Executive Director of the Laboratory Safety Institute (LSI), a global nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing health, safety, and environmental responsibility in science education, research, and industry laboratories. Appointed to this leadership role in 2024, Dr. Taylor brings over 25 years of experience in chemical research, innovation leadership, and science education.
Holding a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Dr. Taylor’s career spans academic teaching at Purdue University and leadership positions in the chemical industry, including his role at The Shepherd Chemical Company. His entrepreneurial spirit also led to the founding of successful startups focused on innovation storytelling and the application of generative AI technologies.
At LSI, Dr. Taylor works alongside the organization’s founders and past presidents to expand laboratory safety training programs and promote a culture of safety in educational institutions and industrial environments worldwide. He is a passionate advocate for replacing hazardous chemicals with safer alternatives and has led initiatives such as the “Got DCM?” campaign, raising awareness about the dangers of methylene chloride in laboratories.
Dr. Taylor continues to engage with industry leaders, academic institutions, and regulatory bodies to strengthen global laboratory safety standards, ensuring that science is conducted safely and responsibly for future generations.