Jaben Root
About Jaben Root
Jaben Root is a Staff Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he leads research and development efforts and manages an independent project focused on radiochemical analysis. He has a background in Nuclear Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and has held various positions at the laboratory since 2012.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Jaben Root has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2019 as a Staff Scientist. In this role, he leads research and development efforts across the Weapons Complex. Prior to this position, he worked as a Systems Engineer from 2016 to 2019 and as a Researcher from 2012 to 2016. His responsibilities include managing an independent WCI project, overseeing budget and deliverables, and developing recommendations for program leaders. He also designs complex experiments to acquire data for testing new research concepts in radiochemical data interpretation.
Education and Expertise
Jaben Root studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nuclear Engineering from 2012 to 2014. He continued his education at the same institution and achieved a Master of Science (MS) in Nuclear Engineering from 2015 to 2016. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in radiochemical analysis and systems engineering.
Research and Development Initiatives
In his current role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Jaben Root develops next-generation software specifically for radiochemical analysis. He leads various research initiatives that aim to advance the understanding and application of radiochemical data interpretation. His work involves communicating research results to both internal and external audiences through written technical reports and presentations.
Project Management and Communication Skills
Jaben Root manages an independent WCI project, where he oversees the budget and deliverables. He is responsible for developing recommendations for program leaders, ensuring that project goals align with organizational objectives. His role requires effective communication skills, as he presents research findings to diverse audiences, enhancing collaboration and understanding of complex scientific concepts.