Chan Choi

Chan Choi is a Professor at the College of Engineering, Purdue University, with a focus on advanced plasma and fusion technologies. His research spans thermonuclear fusion, compact tori plasma/reactor systems, inertial confinement fusion beam-target stability, fusion space propulsion, direct energy conversion, and nuclear nonproliferation enabling capabilities.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. Physics, Southern Illinois University (1973)
  • M.S. Physics, Southern Illinois University (1969)
  • B.S. Physics, Songang Jesuit College (1965)

Research Interests center on critical nuclear engineering challenges, including plasma confinement and stability for fusion energy, space propulsion applications, and nonproliferation technologies. His work bridges theoretical and applied approaches to next-generation energy systems.

• Affiliations:
  • American Nuclear Society (ANS) – Honors and Awards Committee
  • American Physical Society (APS)
  • American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE)
  • IEEE Nuclear and Plasma Sciences
  • Sigma Xi
  • University Fusion Association (UFS)
  • Fusion Power Associates

Contact: Office LMBS 5246, Phone +1 765 49-46789, Email choi@purdue.edu.