Mark Kimber

Mark Kimber is an Associate Professor in the Department of Nuclear Engineering at Texas A&M University. He serves as Director of the Undergraduate Program and has a research focus on experimental and computational thermal hydraulics, uncertainty quantification in turbulent flows, and two-phase heat transport systems.

• Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University – 2008
• M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Brigham Young University – 2004
• B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Brigham Young University – 2002

His research interests include:

• Experimental and computational thermal hydraulics
• Uncertainty quantification in isothermal and non-isothermal turbulent flows
• Two-phase heat transport
• Turbulence modeling
• Heat transfer optimization
• Nuclear reactor design

Recent publications focus on nuclear reactor thermal management systems, turbulence modeling validation, and advanced heat exchanger design. Key trends include:

• CFD analysis of nuclear components
• Multiphysics modeling
• Thermal safety systems
• Neutronics coupling
• Energy transition applications
• Validation protocols

Scientific awards:

• Faculty Development Award, Nuclear Regulatory Commission – 2009-2011