Elizabeth Grace
About Elizabeth Grace
Elizabeth Grace is a National Ignition Facility Graduate Student Intern at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, with a background in physics from Reed College and Georgia Institute of Technology. She has held various research and teaching positions, contributing to her extensive experience in the field.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Elizabeth Grace has been serving as a National Ignition Facility Graduate Student Intern at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2019. In this role, she engages in advanced research and development projects related to nuclear fusion and energy. The National Ignition Facility is known for its cutting-edge work in achieving ignition in fusion reactions, and Elizabeth contributes to this mission through her academic and practical expertise.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Grace completed her Bachelor of Arts in Physics at Reed College from 2011 to 2015. She furthered her education at Georgia Institute of Technology, where she earned a Doctor of Philosophy from 2016 to 2021. Her academic background includes studies at The Madeira School and brief studies at the University of Colorado Boulder and Cornell University. This educational journey has equipped her with a strong foundation in physics and research methodologies.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current roles, Elizabeth worked as a Research Assistant at the Federation of American Scientists in 2012 for three months. She also served as a Nuclear Reactor Operator at Reed College from 2012 to 2015, where she gained practical experience in managing nuclear operations. Additionally, she held the position of Postbaccalaureate Research Assistant at Reed College from 2015 to 2016, contributing to various research projects.
Teaching Experience at Georgia Institute of Technology
Since 2016, Elizabeth has been a Physics Teaching Assistant at Georgia Institute of Technology. In this capacity, she supports undergraduate students in their physics courses, facilitating learning through tutoring and lab assistance. Her role enhances the educational experience for students and allows her to apply her knowledge in a teaching environment.