Harry (Harm) Slaper

Dr. Harry Slaper is a distinguished professional in the field of radiation protection, currently serving as a senior research coordinator at the Centre for Environmental Safety and Security in the renowned National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) based in the Netherlands. With a deep expertise in the domain, he is recognized as a registered radiation protection expert.

Dr. Slaper earned his master's degree in experimental physics from Utrecht University in 1982, and subsequently completed his PhD in biophysics in 1987 focusing on skin cancer risks and UV-exposure. His career at RIVM began in 1988, where he spearheaded various initiatives related to nuclear emergency preparedness and conducted pivotal research on environmental UV-radiation and associated risks. His significant contributions to the field include leading research on the health implications of the Montreal protocol aimed at safeguarding the ozone layer, a notable work that was featured in the prestigious journal, Nature, in 1996.

During his tenure from 1998 to 2013 as the head of the unit Risk-analysis and Modelling within the Laboratory for Radiation Research, Dr. Slaper showcased outstanding leadership and contributed extensively to the scientific community through his involvement in over 125 publications and reports covering topics related to ionizing and UV radiation protection.