Theodore M. Besmann

Theodore M. Besmann is a Professor and Smart State Chair in Energy and Nuclear Security at the University of South Carolina's Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing, affiliated with the Department of Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on thermochemical modeling for nuclear fuel development, in-reactor behavior, and advanced waste forms.

Education:

• Ph.D., Nuclear Engineering, Pennsylvania State University (1976)
• M.S., Nuclear Engineering, Iowa State University (1971)
• B.E., Chemical Engineering, New York University (1970)

Research Interests: Dr. Besmann specializes in thermochemical experimentation and computational modeling of nuclear materials. Key areas include:

• Nuclear fuel performance under reactor conditions
• Development of durable actinide waste forms
• Thermal property measurements for fuel performance codes
• Molten salt chemistry for reactor systems
• Phase equilibria in advanced fuel compositions

Scientific Awards:

• Smart State Chair in Energy and Nuclear Security