Author: Sara Norman
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Shailaja Humane wins CoDA 2025 award for fusion design optimization research
The graduate student was recognized for applying Bayesian optimization to inertial confinement fusion simulations.
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Sara A. Pozzi named Donald C. Graham Professor of Engineering
Regents approve endowed professorship recognizing leadership in nuclear engineering and radiological sciences.
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NERS students gain hands-on reactor experience
With support from a DOE Reactor Sharing Grant, students in NERS 425 and NERS 551 traveled to Ohio State’s research reactor for in-person experiments.
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Students from Japan explore NERS labs and research during March visit
Graduate students from Japanese universities visited NERS to strengthen international collaboration and learn about advanced nuclear research at U-M.
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James Duderstadt Collegiate Professorship in Nuclear Engineering established
Regents approve new professorship honoring former U-M president and NERS faculty member.
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Karthik Duraisamy joins NERS faculty
Professor Duraisamy brings expertise in computational science, machine learning, and physics-based modeling.
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Janelle Wharry named 2025 Brimacombe Medalist
The NERS alumna was recognized for sustained excellence and achievement in materials science and engineering.
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NERS graduate students shine in 2025 Three Minute Thesis Competition
NERS students Colleen Campbell, Diego Muzquiz, and Valentin Pauly advanced to the final round of the competition, where Pauly earned the first-place prize for best overall presentation.
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Q&A: Khalil Bryant’s Journey in World Chase Tag
How a U-M applied physics graduate student found speed, strategy, and community in the world’s fastest game of tag.
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Brendan Kochunas honored with NERS Departmental Faculty Award from Michigan Engineering
The award recognizes high-impact accomplishments benefitting NERS and Michigan Engineering.
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NERS joins ARPA-E NEWTON project to transform nuclear waste disposal
Professors Won Sik Yang and Xiaodong Sun will support the Argonne National Laboratory-led project.
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NERS and MIBL launch new fusion materials programs
Professor Kevin Field will lead U-M’s support of five new fusion materials projects using advanced ion irradiation technologies and characterization to tackle challenges in materials for fusion energy.
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Atoms for Peace Stamps donated to NERS
The stamps can be viewed in the lobby of the Michigan Memorial Phoenix Project.
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Sara Pozzi elected IEEE Nuclear and Plasma Sciences Society President
The NERS professor brings extensive expertise in nuclear and plasma sciences, coupled with a steadfast dedication to advancing the field through innovation, collaborative efforts, and impactful professional development initiatives.
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Kevin Field honored with prestigious PECASE award
The NERS professor was given the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers for his innovative research on radiation effects in materials.
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Mark Kushner to present at Distinguished University Professor event
The event will take place on January 29, at the Rackham Graduate School Amphitheater.