Thomas Nichols
About Thomas Nichols
Thomas Nichols is a health physicist with experience at several institutions, including Berkeley Lab and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Physics from California State University, Fresno, and an Associate of Science in Mathematics from Fresno City College.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Thomas Nichols has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as a Health Physicist since 2019. In this role, he applies his expertise in radiation safety and health physics to ensure compliance with safety regulations and to protect personnel and the environment from radiation hazards. His work contributes to the laboratory's mission of advancing scientific research and technology.
Previous Experience at Berkeley Lab
Prior to his current position, Thomas Nichols worked as a Health Physicist at Berkeley Lab from 2016 to 2019. During his three years there, he focused on radiation protection and safety protocols, enhancing the laboratory's operational safety standards. His experience at Berkeley Lab provided him with a solid foundation in health physics and environmental safety.
Internship at B&B Environmental Safety, Inc.
Thomas Nichols began his career in health physics as a Professional Intern at B&B Environmental Safety, Inc. from 2015 to 2016. This 11-month internship allowed him to gain practical experience in the field, where he assisted in various health physics tasks and learned about environmental safety measures. He later returned to B&B as a Health Physicist for an additional six months in 2016.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Nichols holds an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Mathematics from Fresno City College, which he completed from 2006 to 2008. He furthered his education at California State University, Fresno, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Physics from 2009 to 2014. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in both mathematical principles and the physical sciences, essential for his work in health physics.