Department · vaiu-eng-nucl-*
Nuclear physics for engineers, fission and fusion energy systems, radiation science, and nuclear policy — taught through theory, simulation, and open reactor-physics codes.
Research areas
Faculty directory
Department chair · Reactor Physics
Prof. Kai Ivor
Neutron transport theory, reactor kinetics, and Monte Carlo methods.
Professor · Thermal Hydraulics & Reactor Safety
Prof. Mei Maddox
Two-phase flow & heat transfer, safety analysis, and severe accident modeling.
Professor · Fusion & Plasma Science
Prof. Diego Sarn
Plasma physics, magnetic confinement, and fusion reactor technology.
Professor · Nuclear Materials & Fuel Cycle
Prof. Ines Solen
Radiation damage in materials, nuclear fuels, and waste management & fuel cycle analysis.
Professor · Radiation Science & Applications
Prof. Yuki Maddox
Radiation detection & dosimetry, medical & industrial applications, and nuclear security & nonproliferation.
