Category: Nuclear Engineering & Radiological Sciences
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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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Shaun Clarke honored with Michigan Engineering’s Reese Outstanding Research Scientist Award
The NERS Research Scientist was recognized for demonstrating excellence in research and associated scholarly activities.
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ZEUS team receives 2025 Ted Kennedy Family Faculty Team Excellence Award
These six research scientists helped design, build, and implement the ZEUS laser facility, which is the highest power laser in the U.S.
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Streamlining AI development for transparent nuclear engineering models
A new tool simplifies machine learning development for nuclear engineers while incorporating model explainability features to help improve transparency.
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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.
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NERS staff recognized with Michigan Engineering incentive awards
Rebecca Duguay, Alexander Flick, Sallee Klein, and Michelle Sonderman were honored through the Staff Incentive Program.
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Celebrating staff milestones at NERS
Each individual recognized here brings unique strengths and perspectives that contribute to our shared mission.