Harry Mc Lean
About Harry Mc Lean
Harry McLean is a physicist and the Fusion Energy Sciences Program Leader at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 1990. He holds a PhD in Nuclear Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and specializes in high-energy-density plasma research and fusion materials technology.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Harry Mc Lean has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 1990, accumulating over 34 years of experience. He currently holds the position of Fusion Energy Sciences Program Leader, a role he has occupied since 2016. In addition to this leadership position, he serves as Associate Division Leader in the PLS/Physics division. His work encompasses various aspects of plasma research and fusion energy sciences, contributing to the laboratory's mission in advancing nuclear science.
Education and Expertise
Harry Mc Lean earned his PhD in Nuclear Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his extensive research in fusion energy and plasma physics. His expertise includes high-energy-density laboratory plasma research, fusion materials and technology, and theoretical modeling in plasma science.
Research Contributions
Mc Lean participates in high-energy-density laboratory plasma research, focusing on fundamental questions in plasma science. He engages in fusion materials and technology research to enhance fusion nuclear science. His collaborative efforts include working with the General Atomics DIII-D tokamak experiment and the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory's NSTX-U spherical tokamak experiment, contributing to advancements in fusion research.
International Collaboration in Fusion Research
In his role, Mc Lean is involved in fusion and plasma theory and modeling, supporting international magnetic fusion energy (MFE) facilities, primarily located in Asia and Europe. His work facilitates global collaboration in advancing fusion energy technologies and contributes to the international scientific community's efforts in this field.