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Luisa Chiesa is a Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Tufts University School of Engineering. Her research focuses on superconducting materials for energy applications, particularly in fusion reactors, particle accelerators, and medical devices. She leads experimental work on electromechanical properties of high-temperature superconductors (HTS) in collaboration with national laboratories.
Education:
- Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2009)
- M.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2006)
- B.S., Universita' degli Studi, Milano (2001)
Her research explores sustainable energy solutions through HTS materials, including superconducting magnetic energy storage (SMES) and transmission lines. These technologies address renewable energy intermittency by improving grid reliability. Recent work emphasizes mechanical stress effects on superconductors in fusion reactors, where magnetic confinement requires materials resilient to extreme forces.
Scientific Awards:
- School of Engineering Faculty Teaching and Mentoring Award (2021)
- IEEE Graduate Fellowship (2019)
- Young Plenary Session at ME26 (2019)
Chiesa has secured grants from the U.S. Department of Energy and National Science Foundation for quench detection systems, Nb3Sn cable testing, and educational initiatives. She teaches courses in sustainable energy, thermodynamics, and materials science, while serving on editorial and professional boards like IEEE Council on Superconductivity.
