Matt Shalloo
About Matt Shalloo
Matt Shalloo is a Research Intern at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and a PhD student at the University of South Carolina, where he has contributed to research on cladding corrosion for the U.S. Department of Energy's used fuel disposition project.
Current Role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Matt Shalloo has been working as a Research Intern at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2021. His role involves conducting research and contributing to various projects within the laboratory. The position allows him to apply his expertise in mechanical and nuclear engineering, as well as his programming skills in Python, C++, and Fortran.
Education and Expertise
Matt Shalloo holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of South Carolina, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering from the same institution, completing his studies from 2016 to 2019. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Nuclear Engineering from 2019 to 2022. His expertise includes software tools such as CAD/CAM, FEM, CFD, MATLAB, and LabVIEW.
Previous Experience at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Prior to his current role, Matt Shalloo worked as an NNSA Graduate Fellow at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory from 2020 to 2021. During this time, he gained valuable experience in research related to nuclear energy and contributed to projects that align with national security and energy initiatives.
Teaching Experience at University of South Carolina
Matt Shalloo served as a Teaching Assistant at the University of South Carolina from 2014 to 2017. In this role, he supported undergraduate students in their coursework, enhancing their understanding of mechanical and nuclear engineering concepts. He also held the position of Graduate Research Assistant during his Master's studies from 2017 to 2019.
Research Contributions to U.S. Department of Energy
Matt Shalloo contributed to the U.S. Department of Energy's used fuel disposition project, focusing on the study of cladding corrosion. His research involved developing a used fuel processing regimen, which is essential for advancing nuclear waste management practices.