Michael Orella
About Michael Orella
Michael Orella is an Associate at Exponent, where he has worked since 2020, focusing on fire and explosion investigation and prevention. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and has a background in sustainable technologies and chemical reaction kinetics.
Work at Exponent
Michael Orella has been employed at Exponent as an Associate since 2020. His role involves significant contributions to fire and explosion investigation and prevention. He applies his expertise in chemical reaction kinetics and thermal sciences to various projects, enhancing safety protocols and developing solutions in complex scenarios.
Education and Expertise
Michael Orella holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, which he completed from 2014 to 2020. He also earned a Masters of Chemical Engineering Practice from MIT between 2014 and 2016. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from the University of Delaware, studying from 2010 to 2014. His academic focus includes sustainable technologies and electrochemical engineering.
Background
Michael Orella began his career in the field of chemical engineering with various roles that provided him with diverse experiences. He worked as a Graduate Consultant at Emirates Global Aluminium for two months in 2015 and at the FDA for two months in 2016. He also served as a Research Assistant at the University of Delaware from 2011 to 2014 and completed a summer internship at Air Products and Chemicals in 2012.
Professional Experience
Before joining Exponent, Michael Orella gained extensive experience as a Ph.D. Graduate Student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 2014 to 2020. His work during this period involved advanced research in chemical engineering, contributing to his knowledge base and expertise in the field.