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Peeter Paris is an Associate Professor in Optics and Gas Discharge Physics at the Institute of Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Tartu. He has been affiliated with the University of Tartu since 1976, progressing from a senior lab assistant to his current position as Associate Professor since February 2024. His research focuses on laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy, plasma physics, and applications in fusion research.
Education:
- PhD in Physics, University of Tartu (1994), dissertation: "Initiation of corona pulses"
- Higher degree in Physics, University of Tartu (1976)
Professor Paris specializes in Optics, Gas Discharge Physics, and Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS). His work primarily addresses plasma physics phenomena, particularly in the context of nuclear fusion research. His research has significant applications in fusion reactor diagnostics, plasma-wall interactions, and material analysis for ITER and other fusion devices. He has developed LIBS techniques for in-situ monitoring of fuel retention, erosion, and deposition in fusion reactor components.
His recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate a strong focus on applying LIBS techniques to fusion research problems, particularly analyzing plasma-facing materials like beryllium and tungsten coatings. His work examines hydrogen isotope detection, plasma diagnostics, and material interactions in various gas environments. A consistent theme across his publications is the development and refinement of LIBS as a diagnostic tool for fusion reactors, with particular attention to atmospheric pressure plasmas and different gas mixtures.
Research Supervision:
- Doctoral students: Jasper Ristkok (ongoing), Fred Valk (2017), Kaarel Piip (2016)
- Master's students: Jasper Ristkok (2021), Kaarel Piip (2012), Fred Valk (2005)
Professor Paris has led and participated in numerous research projects, including the EUROfusion consortium project "Implementation of activities described in the Roadmap to Fusion during Horizon 2020" and the INTAS project "Physics and applications of positive and negative corona discharges." He is a member of the organizing committee for the international symposium "High pressure low temperature plasma chemistry" (HAKONEVIII).
