Joseph W. Newkirk

Joseph W. Newkirk is the Founding Chair and Professor of the Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiation Science at Missouri University of Science and Technology. He also holds research positions at the Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology and the Graduate Center for Materials Research.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, University of Virginia (1983)
• M.S. in Physics, Miami University (1979)
• B.S. in Physics, Miami University (1977)

Research Interests: Dr. Newkirk's research spans additive manufacturing, powder metallurgy, wear and corrosion resistant alloys, high temperature materials, aerospace materials, nuclear materials, and heat treating. His work focuses on developing advanced materials for extreme environments, particularly in nuclear and aerospace applications, with an emphasis on additive manufacturing techniques and material durability.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellow of ASM International
• Fellow of Alpha Sigma Mu
• Inducted into Sigma Xi
• Inducted into Sigma Pi Sigma
• Inducted into Keramos

Dr. Newkirk has held research positions that likely involve significant grant funding, though specific grants are not detailed in the provided text. No information on student advising was provided.

His research activities are supported by his positions in the Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology and the Graduate Center for Materials Research, which serve as hubs for collaborative materials research.