Ursel Fantz

Prof. Ursel Fantz is a Professor at the University of Augsburg and Acting Head of the ITER Technology & Diagnostics Division at Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP). Her expertise spans plasma physics, fusion technology, and neutral beam heating systems. She holds a PhD from the Technical University of Stuttgart and a habilitation in Experimental Physics from the University of Augsburg. Key collaborations include work on negative hydrogen ion sources for ITER and plasma diagnostics at the ASDEX Upgrade and LHD devices. Her research focuses on atomic/molecular plasma physics, plasma-wall interactions, and high-frequency ion sources.

Teaching includes courses on Plasma Physics, Fusion Research, and Plasma Material Interaction. Her work bridges experimental and applied plasma physics, emphasizing ITER-related technology development. Recent publications highlight advancements in NBI systems and beam characterization techniques.