جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Plasma Physics
• Fusion Energy
• Tokamak Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Huw Leggate is a Senior Research Fellow in the School of Physical Sciences at Dublin City University, specializing in plasma physics and fusion energy research. His work focuses on advancing the understanding of plasma behavior in fusion devices such as JET and MAST-U, with particular emphasis on edge plasma dynamics, transport modeling, and ITER-related experiments. He holds a postdoctoral researcher role and contributes to multidisciplinary projects in fusion science. His research interests include plasma surface interactions, impurity transport, and the optimization of fusion reactor components. He has collaborated extensively with international fusion programs, including contributions to JET’s preparation for deuterium-tritium operation and the development of diagnostic tools for edge plasma characterization. His work often intersects with computational plasma physics and the integration of advanced simulation codes (e.g., JOREK, DIVIMP) to model plasma behavior under extreme conditions. Dr. Leggate’s publications reflect a deep engagement with topics such as scrape-off layer filament dynamics, heat transport scaling, and the mitigation of edge localized modes (ELMs). He has also explored the implications of tungsten divertor materials and their degradation under fusion conditions. His research aligns closely with global efforts to achieve practical fusion energy through ITER and DEMO projects. He is affiliated with the Glasnevin Campus at DCU, conducting research in laboratory S120. His contributions to the field include both experimental diagnostics and theoretical modeling, bridging the gap between fundamental plasma physics and applied fusion engineering challenges.

Rachael M. McDermottمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plasma Physics
• Nuclear Fusion
• Tokamak Physics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Rachael M. McDermott is a Scientific Member of the Max Planck Society and Head of the Plasma Edge Physics (E2) Division at the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) in Garching since February 2023. She previously led a Helmholtz Young Investigator Group and the Active Spectroscopy group at IPP, and holds a doctorate in plasma physics and fusion technology from MIT. Education: PhD in Plasma Physics and Fusion Technology, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), 2009 BS in Physics, Saint Louis University, Missouri Her research centers on experimental investigations of heat, particle, and momentum transport in tokamak plasmas, with a focus on turbulent and magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) instabilities at the plasma edge. She studies ELM-free and small-ELM scenarios using targeted magnetic perturbations to improve stability in future fusion devices. Her work contributes directly to advancing predictive models for next-generation nuclear fusion reactors like ITER. She co-teaches core plasma physics courses including Introduction to Plasma Physics (Plasma Physics I) and Nuclear Fusion Research (Plasma Physics II) at the institute level, indicating strong academic engagement. While no specific publications or awards are listed in the provided text, her leadership roles and scientific membership reflect a high level of recognition in the fusion and plasma physics community. Scientific Leadership and Affiliations: Scientific Member, Max Planck Society (since 2023) Head, Plasma Edge Physics (E2) Division, Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics Former Head, Active Spectroscopy Group, IPP (2022–2023) Head, Helmholtz Young Investigator Group on Macroscopic Effects of Microturbulence in Fusion Plasmas (2013–2022) She collaborates with researchers such as PD Dr. Jörg Stober, Dr. Thomas Pütterich, and Dr. Mike Dunne. No information is available on advisees, grants, or specific awards in the current text.

Guido Huijsmansمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Fusion
• Plasma Physics
• Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Guido Huijsmans is a Full Professor of Science and Technology of Nuclear Fusion at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), Department of Applied Physics. His research focuses on large-scale numerical simulations of plasma instabilities in ITER, the world's largest magnetic confinement fusion experiment. He was awarded the ITER Scientist Fellow (2016) for contributions to ITER's plasma physics research. His work addresses critical challenges in achieving sustainable nuclear fusion energy. Research Interests: Guido's expertise spans magnetohydrodynamics (MHD), plasma confinement optimization, and computational modeling of fusion reactor scenarios. He investigates transient plasma behaviors in tokamaks and ELM mitigation strategies to enhance ITER's operational efficiency. Publications: Recent work includes studies on nonlinear MHD modeling in tokamaks, JET experiments with ITER-like walls, and ELM control via resonant magnetic perturbations. These contributions advance predictive capabilities for ITER plasma behavior and fusion reactor design. Awards: ITER Scientist Fellow (2016). Grants & Labs: Engaged in collaborative projects with international fusion research groups. His team focuses on ITER simulations and plasma edge physics through advanced computational tools like JOREK.

• Materials Chemistry
• Polymer Science
• Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hans Werner Müller holds a researcher position in the Department of Materials Chemistry within the Faculty of Chemistry. His work focuses on polymer science, fluid dynamics, and plasma physics, particularly in polymer drag reduction mechanisms and plasma boundary layer dynamics. Müller has contributed extensively to understanding turbulence in tokamak edge plasmas and polymeric solutions in turbulent flows. Key research areas include the investigation of polymer molecular weight effects on drag reduction, long-term polymer degradation in turbulent systems, and associative polymer design for enhanced drag reduction. His studies on plasma physics involve analyzing scrape-off layer (SOL) turbulence, momentum transport, and edge-localized modes (ELMs) in tokamaks like ASDEX Upgrade and COMPASS. Müller’s recent work (2022–2024) emphasizes polymer solution dynamics, while earlier contributions (2010–2015) centered on 2D turbulence modeling and plasma confinement experiments. He has collaborated internationally on projects involving magnetic perturbations, plasma diagnostics, and computational simulations of edge plasma behavior. He actively participates in academic conferences, presenting on topics such as polymeric drag reduction optimization and plasma boundary layer phenomena. His research bridges materials science and plasma physics, addressing both fundamental and applied challenges in fluid dynamics and fusion energy systems.

• Nuclear Fusion
• Plasma Physics
• Tokamak Reactors
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matthias Weiszflog is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, Applied Nuclear Physics, Uppsala University. His work focuses on nuclear fusion, plasma physics, and tokamak diagnostics, with a strong emphasis on disruption prediction and machine learning applications. He has contributed extensively to JET (Joint European Torus) research, particularly in neutron spectroscopy, plasma-wall interactions, and ITER-like wall campaigns. His research explores tokamak reactor stability through control-oriented strategies, neutron detection systems (TOFOR), and digital teaching methodologies in thermodynamics. Publications highlight collaborations with international teams on topics such as tritium retention, beryllium erosion, and advanced diagnostics for fusion plasmas. Recent work includes machine learning for disruption prediction, synthetic diagnostics for alpha particles, and modeling of fuel retention in tungsten divertors. He has co-authored over 20 articles in journals like Nature Communications , Nuclear Fusion , and Review of Scientific Instruments .

Yves Martinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Plasma Physics
• Fusion Energy
• Tokamak Control Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yves Martin is a Lecturer at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in the School of Basic Sciences, specifically within the Service de la Physique et de la Chimie - General Engineering (SPC-GE). He serves as Deputy Director of SPC-GE and is also affiliated with EDPY (École Doctorale de Physique) for teaching responsibilities. His office is located at PPB 324 (Bâtiment PPB), Station 13, 1015 Lausanne, Switzerland. Dr. Martin's research focuses on plasma physics and fusion energy, with particular expertise in tokamak operations, plasma control systems, and edge localized modes (ELMs). His work primarily centers around the TCV (Tokamak à Configuration Variable) at EPFL, where he has made significant contributions to understanding plasma shaping, stability limits, and control mechanisms. His research spans both theoretical and experimental aspects of magnetic confinement fusion. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on plasma control techniques, particularly regarding Edge Localized Modes (ELMs) which are critical instabilities in tokamak operation. His work spans plasma shaping optimization, magnetic perturbation techniques, divertor physics including snowflake configurations, and real-time control systems for tokamak operations. These research areas represent some of the most challenging problems in magnetic confinement fusion research. Dr. Martin has supervised doctoral students including Piras Francesco (thesis on 'Extremely Shaped Plasmas to Improve the Tokamak Concept') and Rossel Jonathan (thesis on 'Edge Localized Mode Control in TCV'). His work has contributed to international fusion research efforts, including collaborations related to ITER diagnostics and physics.

• Plasma Physics
• Computational Physics
• Nuclear Fusion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Markus Markl is a Researcher at the Institute for Theoretical Physics - Computational Physics of Technische Universität Graz , specializing in plasma physics, nuclear fusion, and computational modeling. His work focuses on magnetic confinement for fusion energy, resonant magnetic perturbations, and tokamak/stellarator dynamics. Research Highlights : Developed kinetic models for plasma response to magnetic perturbations (2022-2025). Contributed to understanding edge localized modes (ELMs) in tokamaks like ASDEX Upgrade. Explored quantum gravity applications of the Fröhlich-Morchio-Strocchi mechanism (2023). Contact : markl@tugraz.at

• Fusion Plasma Physics
• Tokamak Physics
• Plasma Confinement
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lorenzo Frassinetti is a Professor at the Division of Electromagnetic Engineering and Fusion Science at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. His research focuses on fusion plasma physics, specifically tokamak operation, plasma confinement, and edge physics. Prior to his current position, he served as an Associate Professor at KTH from 2012 to 2022, and held post-doctoral research fellow positions at KTH and the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology in Japan. Ph.D. in Physics, University of Padova, Italy (2003) Degree in Physics, University of Bologna, Italy (2000), Grade: 110/110 cum laude Frassinetti's research spans multiple critical areas of fusion science including pedestal physics, edge localized modes (ELMs), divertor physics, and plasma turbulence. His work heavily involves experimental analysis from major tokamaks like JET and TCV, with particular focus on understanding transport barriers, stability properties, and power exhaust challenges. Recent work demonstrates increasing emphasis on predictive modeling for next-generation devices like ITER and the Divertor Tokamak Test facility. His recent publications reveal strong trends toward predictive modeling for future fusion devices, with significant focus on the Divertor Tokamak Test facility (DTT) scenarios. There's notable emphasis on understanding the effects of plasma shaping, particularly negative triangularity, and developing control strategies for disruptions. His work bridges experimental observations from JET and other tokamaks with theoretical models to address critical challenges for ITER operation. Frassinetti actively participates in major international fusion research collaborations, particularly within the EUROfusion consortium, contributing to JET experiments and ITER preparation efforts. His work often involves multi-institutional teams across European fusion laboratories. His laboratory work centers around analysis of data from major European tokamaks including JET (Joint European Torus), TCV (Tokamak à Configuration Variable), and ASDEX Upgrade. His research group at KTH appears to focus on integrating experimental observations with theoretical models to develop predictive capabilities for next-generation fusion devices.

Seppo Sipiläمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Plasma Physics
• Fusion Energy
• Tokamak Devices
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Seppo Sipilä serves as a University Lecturer in the Department of Applied Physics at Aalto University's School of Science, specializing in Fusion and Plasma Physics. His research focuses on critical aspects of magnetic confinement fusion, particularly tokamak physics and plasma behavior. Dr. Sipilä's research interests span plasma physics, fusion energy, tokamak devices, magnetic confinement systems, plasma-material interactions, and Monte Carlo simulations. His work addresses fundamental challenges in fusion research including plasma stability, disruption prediction, divertor physics, and Alfvén wave phenomena. He has made significant contributions to understanding magnetic islands, edge-localized modes, and power exhaust challenges in tokamak devices. His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate a consistent research trajectory focused on practical fusion energy challenges. The articles reveal a strong emphasis on tokamak device physics (appearing in 100% of recent work), blood plasma physics (85%), magnetic field configurations (50%), and disruption mitigation strategies. His research shows increasing collaboration with major fusion facilities including ASDEX Upgrade, ITER, and EUROfusion projects. Dr. Sipilä has been actively involved in international fusion research collaborations, with documented visits to ITER and Max-Planck-Institut für Plasmaphysik in recent years. His work contributes to the global effort toward practical fusion energy, with particular relevance to ITER and future DEMO reactor designs. His research activities extend to plasma diagnostics, computational modeling, and experimental validation of theoretical concepts in fusion plasma physics. The breadth of his work connects fundamental plasma phenomena with engineering solutions for next-generation fusion devices.

• Plasma Physics
• Fusion Energy
• Plasma-Material Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Davide Curreli is a Professor and Donald Biggar Willett Faculty Scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), affiliated with the Grainger College of Engineering and the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA). He holds a Ph.D. in Space Sciences from the University of Padua (2011), an M.S. (2007), and a B.S. (2004) in Aerospace Engineering from the same institution. His academic career includes roles as Assistant Professor (2013-2019), Associate Professor (2019-2024), and current Professor in Nuclear, Plasma, and Radiological Engineering (NPRE). Research Interests: Plasma-material interactions (PMI) Plasma modeling using fluid/kinetic models Transport phenomena in plasmas Code development for fusion and industrial applications Teaching: Courses include NPRE 523 (Plasma Waves) , NPRE 526 (Plasma-Material Interactions) , and NPRE 421 (Plasma and Fusion Science) . He has been recognized as an outstanding teacher, including the NPRE Teacher of the Year (2019). Key Honors: Donald Biggar Willett Faculty Scholar (2020), NCSA Faculty Fellow (2015), and multiple student teaching awards. Research Contributions: Focus on plasma edge modeling, fusion energy solutions, and computational tools like the hPIC2 particle-in-cell code. Collaborates with institutions like CEA-IRFM on divertor plasma experiments (e.g., WEST project).

• Plasma Physics
• Nuclear Fusion
• Plasma Edge Physics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Thomas Pütterich is a research associate at the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) and a private lecturer (PD) at the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), Faculty of Physics, where he has been teaching since 2015. His academic work spans plasma physics and atomic physics, with a focus on fusion-relevant plasmas. Research Interests: His research centers on plasma edge phenomena, including edge-localized modes (ELMs), impurity transport, radial electric fields, and the stability of steep pressure profiles. He also works on improving atomic data for high-Z elements used in plasma modeling, in collaboration with the ADAS project. He contributes to key educational programs at LMU, co-teaching Introduction to Plasma Physics (Winter Semester) and Nuclear Fusion Research (Summer Semester). His work supports reactor-relevant discharge scenarios and contamination control in high-confinement plasmas. Scientific Affiliations: Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP), Garching Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU) ADAS Collaboration (Atomic Data and Analysis Structure) Advising and Grants: While specific students or grant details are not mentioned, his long-term research role at IPP and lecturing position at LMU indicate sustained engagement in academic mentoring and research funding activities. Laboratories and Teams: He is embedded in the fusion research team at IPP Garching, contributing to experimental and theoretical aspects of tokamak plasma physics, particularly in support of ITER and reactor-relevant scenarios.

Ulrich Strothمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plasma Physics
• Fusion Energy
• High-Temperature Plasmas
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Ulrich Stroth is a Professor and head of the Chair of Plasma Edge and Divertor Physics (E28) at the Department of Physics, Technical University of Munich (TUM), a position he has held since 2011. He is also a Scientific Member and Division Head at the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) in Garching, reflecting his dual affiliation with two of Germany’s leading research institutions in plasma and fusion science. His research focuses on high-temperature plasmas for nuclear fusion, particularly investigating nonlinear plasma dynamics, turbulence, transport processes, and plasma-wall interactions. His experimental work is primarily conducted on the ASDEX Upgrade tokamak, with additional contributions to international projects including Wendelstein 7-X. He employs advanced diagnostics such as optical spectroscopy and electrical probes, complemented by numerical simulations to interpret experimental data. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in understanding edge and divertor physics in tokamaks, including ELMs, H-mode transitions, scrape-off layer behavior, and power exhaust strategies—critical challenges for ITER and future fusion reactors like DEMO. His team’s work on gyrokinetic validation and turbulence modeling demonstrates a deep integration of theory, simulation, and experiment. Prof. Stroth teaches core plasma physics courses at TUM, including Plasma Physics I and II, and supervises laboratory internships on topics such as scanning electron microscopy and plasma waves. He has published extensively in top-tier journals such as Nuclear Fusion , Nature Physics , and Plasma Physics and Controlled Fusion , contributing significantly to the scientific foundation of magnetic confinement fusion.

Christian Gabriel Theilerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Plasma Physics
• Tokamak Boundary Physics
• Magnetic Confinement Fusion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christian Gabriel Theiler is an Associate Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) , affiliated with the Swiss Plasma Center (SPC) under the School of Basic Sciences . He leads research on tokamak boundary physics and detachment dynamics , contributing to projects like the TCV Tokamak and Toroidal Fusion . He also serves as a Teaching Assistant for physics courses and chairs the PhD Program Committee in Physics . Research Focus : Tokamak boundary physics, plasma turbulence, divertor design, and diagnostic techniques. Awards : IAEA Nuclear Fusion Award (2020) SNSF Eccellenza Grant (2019-2023) EUROfusion Enabling Research Grant (2019-2020) Young Scientist Award (IUPAP) (2015) Key Collaborations : MIT, EUROfusion, SNSF, and ASDEX Upgrade teams. Students : Supervises multiple PhD candidates and has mentored past students in plasma physics. His recent research trends emphasize detachment physics in advanced divertor configurations, plasma shaping effects on turbulence, and machine learning for filament tracking. Publications span topics like parallel flows , SOLPS-ITER validation , and neutral interactions in fusion plasmas. Teaching includes General Physics and Plasma Physics courses.

Tommy Ahlgrenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Physical sciences
• Fusion Materials science
• Diffusion
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tommy Ahlgren is a University Lecturer at the Department of Physics, University of Helsinki, and holds the title of Docent in the same department. He is a supervisor for the Doctoral Programme in Materials Research and Nanosciences. His research focuses on fusion materials science, plasma-material interactions, and multi-scale modelling, with a particular emphasis on hydrogen isotopes and their behavior in advanced materials like tungsten and high-entropy alloys. Ahlgren is also involved in international collaboration projects, including studies on ITER and JET tokamak experiments. His research interests span physical sciences, including diffusion mechanisms, ion beam analysis (such as Rutherford backscattering and nuclear reaction analysis), and the development of fusion reactor materials. Ahlgren contributes to projects like the Materials- and Nanophysics Researcher Community (MATENA), emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. Recent publications highlight advancements in understanding deuterium retention in tungsten, hydrogen isotope exchange in high-entropy alloys, and disruption prediction strategies for tokamak reactors. His work bridges computational simulations and experimental studies, addressing challenges like plasma-material interactions and radiation effects on materials. Ahlgren has actively participated in peer reviews, conferences, and doctoral thesis supervision. He has been involved in the LPQHE network for educational leadership and has contributed to media discussions on fusion energy. His lab affiliations include collaborations within the MATENA community, focusing on materials for future fusion reactors.

Egemen Kolemenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fusion Energy
• Plasma Physics
• Control Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Egemen Kolemen is an Associate Professor at Princeton University’s Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Department, with joint appointments at the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment and the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL). He serves as Director of the Program in Sustainable Energy and holds the distinction of ITER Scientist Fellow. His research focuses on enabling economically feasible fusion reactors through engineering and physics analysis, with a strong emphasis on machine learning, real-time diagnostics, and control systems. Dr. Kolemen earned his B.S. from Bogazici University (2002) and Ph.D. from Princeton University (2008). His research integrates advanced computational tools like DESC and FreeMHD with experimental collaborations at KSTAR, NSTX-U, and DIII-D tokamaks. He leads labs developing liquid metal divertors and low-temperature plasma diagnostics, while also advancing software for stellarator optimization and fusion reactor economics. His work bridges plasma physics and control systems, addressing challenges like tearing mode stabilization, edge localized mode (ELM) control, and AI-driven plasma profile prediction. Recent trends in his publications highlight breakthroughs in hybrid physics-AI models for fusion reactor design and real-time plasma diagnostics. Awards: David J. Rose Excellence in Fusion Engineering Award, American Nuclear Society’s Technical Accomplishment Award. Grants/Advising: Oversees research groups and collaborates with international fusion facilities, focusing on long-pulse edge plasma control and liquid metal applications. Labs/Teams: Director of liquid metal divertor and plasma diagnostics labs, co-developer of the DESC computational framework.