Brian Howell
About Brian Howell
Brian Howell is a Staff Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, specializing in 3D printing and computational optimization for multi-physics applications. He has served as a Graduate Student Instructor at UC Berkeley since 2021 and holds a PhD in Computational Engineering from the same institution.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Brian Howell has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as a Staff Scientist since 2018. His role focuses on 3D printing and computational optimization for multi-physics applications. Prior to his current position, he served as a Post-College Appointee from 2017 to 2018 and completed a Summer Research Internship in 2017. His work contributes to advancements in engineering and technology within the laboratory.
Education and Expertise
Brian Howell earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computational Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied from 2019 to 2023. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Engineering from Brigham Young University. His academic background supports his research interests in computational optimization and multi-physics applications.
Graduate Student Instructor Experience
Since 2021, Brian Howell has served as a Graduate Student Instructor at UC Berkeley College of Engineering. He has taught various courses, including MEC ENG C201, E 238, and ENGIN 150, over a span of three years. His role involves guiding students through complex engineering concepts and facilitating their learning experiences.
Previous Research and Work Experience
Before his current roles, Brian Howell worked as a Summer Researcher at Purdue University in 2016 for three months. He also has experience as an Operating Room Orderly at Intermountain Healthcare from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, he worked as a Researcher at Brigham Young University from 2013 to 2015, contributing to various research projects during his tenure.