Gabriel Ganot
About Gabriel Ganot
Gabriel Ganot serves as a Principal Engineer at Exponent, where he specializes in failure analysis through techniques such as fractography and metallurgical analyses. He holds a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from Columbia Engineering and has over a decade of experience in the field.
Work at Exponent
Gabriel Ganot has been employed at Exponent since 2016, initially serving as Managing Engineer until 2018. He currently holds the position of Principal Engineer, a role he has maintained since 2019. In his capacity at Exponent, he applies his expertise in failure analysis, focusing on metallurgy, materials science, and fractography. His work involves conducting investigations across various industries, including oil and gas, automotive, and medical devices. He utilizes advanced techniques such as optical and scanning electron microscopy, computed tomography, and nanoindentation to identify root causes of failures.
Education and Expertise
Gabriel Ganot has an extensive educational background in Materials Science and Engineering. He earned his PhD from Columbia Engineering, where he studied from 2006 to 2012. Prior to that, he completed both his BS and MS in Materials Science and Engineering at Lehigh University and Columbia Engineering, respectively. His undergraduate studies at Lehigh University also included a degree in Integrated Business and Engineering. This academic foundation supports his expertise in applying fractography, microscopy, metallurgical analyses, and mechanical testing in his professional work.
Background
Gabriel Ganot attended the Bronx High School of Science, which is known for its rigorous academic curriculum. He pursued higher education at Lehigh University, where he obtained two bachelor's degrees in Materials Science and Engineering and Integrated Business and Engineering. Following his undergraduate studies, he continued his education at Columbia Engineering, completing both a master's and a doctoral degree in Materials Science and Engineering. This educational trajectory has equipped him with a solid foundation in both technical and business aspects of engineering.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Gabriel Ganot has conducted numerous failure analysis investigations across diverse industries. His work has involved analyzing failed welds, for which he is a Certified Welding Inspector. He employs a multi-disciplinary approach by leveraging Exponent's expertise across different practice areas, enhancing the effectiveness of his analyses. His experience includes significant roles in both research and engineering, contributing to advancements in failure analysis methodologies.