Nikolas Logan
About Nikolas Logan
Nikolas Logan is a Research Physicist with extensive experience in fusion sciences, currently working at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. He has collaborated on international fusion experiments and holds advanced degrees in Plasma Physics from Princeton University.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Nikolas Logan has been employed as a Research Physicist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2020. His role involves conducting advanced research in fusion sciences, contributing to the laboratory's mission of enhancing national security and energy sustainability. The laboratory is known for its cutting-edge research and development in various scientific fields, including fusion energy.
Education and Expertise
Nikolas Logan holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Plasma Physics from Princeton University, where he studied from 2009 to 2014. He also earned a Master's Degree in Plasma Physics from the same institution between 2009 and 2011. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics at Brown University from 2005 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his research in fusion sciences.
Background in Fusion Research
Logan has extensive experience in fusion research, having collaborated on international fusion experiments, including KSTAR in South Korea, EAST in China, and COMPASS in the Czech Republic. His work in this area reflects his commitment to advancing scientific discovery and practical applications in fusion sciences.
Previous Positions and Collaborations
Before his current role, Nikolas Logan worked at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory in various capacities, including Research Assistant and Office of Science Graduate Fellow from 2009 to 2014. He also served as a Collaborating Research Assistant at General Atomics in La Jolla, California, from 2011 to 2014. His early experience includes a brief position as a Research Assistant at Brown University in 2007.
Interests and Personal Pursuits
In addition to his scientific work, Nikolas Logan has a strong interest in world history. This passion complements his research endeavors and collaborations in the field of fusion sciences, reflecting a well-rounded approach to his professional and personal interests.