Natalia Timofeyuk

Dr. Natalia Timofeyuk is a Senior Research Fellow in the School of Mathematics and Physics at the University of Surrey. She holds a PhD and is actively involved in theoretical nuclear physics research, with a focus on nuclear reaction theory and its applications in fusion technology and astrophysics. Her work is supported by collaborations with leading institutions such as Universite Libre de Bruxelles, University of Pisa, University of Seville, and UK Atomic Energy Authority.

Research Interests:

• Nuclear Reaction Theory
• Hyperspherical Harmonics formalism
• Nuclear reactions for fusion technology
• Three-nucleon forces
• Deuteron-induced reactions (d,p)
• Nonlocal optical potentials
• Few-body and cluster systems

Her recent publications show a strong trend in modeling gamma emission from d-t collisions, nonlocal effects in cluster scattering, and the role of three-nucleon forces in nucleon transfer reactions. These works span applications from inertial confinement fusion diagnostics to ab initio nuclear structure studies. The articles reflect a deep engagement with both formal theoretical developments and practical implications in nuclear physics.

Scientific Contributions:

• Developed first theoretical model of gamma emission from d-t collisions for fusion temperature monitoring.
• Extended (d,p) reaction theory to include nonlocal nucleon-nucleus potentials.
• Investigated manifestation of three-nucleon forces in (d,p) reactions using adiabatic and CDCC models.
• Developed the Hyperspherical Cluster Model for bosonic systems like helium drops.

Advising and Grants: While no specific students or grants are listed, her extensive publication record with junior collaborators (e.g., M. J. Dinmore, M. Gomez-Ramos) suggests active mentoring. Her research is likely supported by UK research councils and international collaborations, particularly with UK Atomic Energy Authority for fusion-related work.

Labs and Teams: She is part of the nuclear theory group at the University of Surrey and collaborates with experimental teams at GANIL, ISOLDE, and other European facilities. Her work integrates theoretical modeling with experimental data from radioactive beam facilities.