Kelly Swanson
About Kelly Swanson
Kelly Swanson is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, specializing in laser development and high energy density science experiments. With a background in physics from notable institutions, Swanson has extensive research experience in laser-plasma interactions for particle acceleration.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Kelly Swanson has been employed as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2020. In this role, she specializes in laser development and high energy density science experiments. Her work contributes to advancements in the field of physics, particularly in the area of laser-plasma interactions.
Education and Expertise
Kelly Swanson earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics from the University of California, Berkeley, where she focused on laser-plasma interactions for particle acceleration. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Physics from the California Institute of Technology. Additionally, she studied at the University of Cambridge for one year, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
Background
Before her current position, Kelly Swanson gained experience as a Graduate Student Researcher at the University of California, Berkeley from 2013 to 2019. She also worked as a Technical Specialist at Fermilab for seven months in 2009-2010. Her early career included roles such as a Teaching Assistant at the California Institute of Technology and a Research Fellow at CERN.
Previous Research Experience
Kelly Swanson has a diverse research background. She worked at Fermilab as a Technical Specialist and as a MicroBooNE Project Assistant at MIT. Her experience also includes a two-month stint as a Research Fellow at CERN in Switzerland. These roles have contributed to her comprehensive understanding of high-energy physics and experimental methodologies.