Oliver Mayer

Oliver Mayer

  • Electronic Systems and Controls
  • Munich, Germany

What is your title?

Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil., Principle Scientist and Lead Master Black Belt GE Global Research Europe

What is your expertise?

Renewable Energies in general (energy conversion) and solar power in detail

How long have you been at GE?

Six years as of January 1, 2010

Where did you receive your education?

Different Univ.

What are you working on now?

Photovoltaic system technologies

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

The set up of a great solar team

What is your computer wallpaper?

Dark, uniform blue

Where did you grow up?

On this planet -> Europe -> Germany -> Bavaria -> München -> Sendling -> Home -> in my own room

Who is a technologist (past or present) that you most admire?

Galileo Galilei

What is your favorite Web site?

Google

What do you think is the most impressive (recent or historical) technology breakthrough?

Wheel

What is your favorite book or publication?

A book titled, “Don’t read this book”

What invention of the future will change the world/way we live?

Every invention will

What is your hobby?

My work

What type of music do you listen to while you are working?

The music of innovation