Paul Campbell

Paul Campbell is an Assistant Research Scientist associated with the ZEUS Laser Facility at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. His work focuses on particle acceleration and magnetic field generation during intense laser-plasma interactions, with applications in high-energy-density physics and laboratory astrophysics. He holds a PhD in Applied Physics from the University of Michigan and previously held a DOE Fusion Energy Sciences postdoctoral fellowship.

• Education: PhD in Applied Physics, University of Michigan; BS in Physics, University of the South (Sewanee, Tennessee).

Research interests include:

• Laser-plasma accelerators
• Neutron source optimization
• Magnetized plasmas
• Ultrafast diagnostics
• Pulsed power systems

Recent publications span experimental and computational domains, including:

• Advancements in neutron generation and imaging via dense plasma focus (2024-2025)
• Multi-messenger diagnostics for laser-driven shocks (2025)
• Thermonuclear fusion yield improvements in Z-pinch systems (2024)
• Analysis of plasma stagnation and instability mechanisms (2023-2024)
• Interdisciplinary work on digital mental health regulation (2024-2025)

He contributes to the development and operation of high-power laser systems like MJOLNIR, focusing on diagnostics, stability, and energy coupling efficiency. His contact details include campbpt@umich.edu, and he is affiliated with the High Field Science research group.