Timothy A. DeVol

Timothy A. DeVol is the **Toshiba Professor of Nuclear Engineering** at Clemson University, leading the **Nuclear Environmental Engineering Sciences and Radioactive Waste Management Center**. He directs the ABET-accredited Environmental Health Physics program. His expertise spans radiological measurements, environmental health physics, statistical methods, and homeland security.

Education:

• Ph.D. Nuclear Engineering, University of Michigan (1993)
• M.S. Nuclear Engineering, University of Michigan (1988)
• B.S. Engineering Physics, Ohio State University (1987)

Research Focus: Dr. DeVol develops advanced materials and methods for detecting radioactive contaminants in environmental systems. His work includes radiation-resistant materials for fusion reactors, uranium/plutonium screening membranes, and statistical frameworks for risk assessment.

Key Contributions: Over 100 referred publications, 250+ presentations, and 4 U.S. patents on environmental radiological detection. Recent work includes organic vacuum pump fluids for fusion power plants and polyamidoxime-based uranium screening membranes.

Awards & Recognition:

• Fellow, Health Physics Society (2019)
• Elda E. Anderson Award (2004)
• Clemson Innovation Award (2003, 2011)

Teaching & Leadership: Teaches radiation detection, environmental risk assessment, and nuclear engineering. Oversees the Environmental Health Physics educational program.