Uday Mehta
About Uday Mehta
Uday Mehta is a materials scientist with a focus on actinide material characterization, currently employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2019. He holds a Master of Engineering in Materials Engineering from the University of California, Davis, and has previously worked in various roles at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and UC Berkeley.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Uday Mehta currently serves as a Materials Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2019. His work focuses on actinide material characterization, contributing to the laboratory's mission in national security and scientific research. Prior to this role, he worked as a Safety Basis Engineer from 2018 to 2019 and as a Nuclear Operations Engineer from 2016 to 2018. His experience at the laboratory spans multiple years and roles, highlighting his expertise in materials science and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Uday Mehta holds a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Materials Engineering from the University of California, Davis, where he studied from 2017 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nuclear Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, completing his studies there from 2012 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both materials science and nuclear engineering, which he applies in his current role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
Background
Uday Mehta's professional journey includes various roles in academic and research settings. He worked as a Communications Intern at UC Berkeley from 2012 to 2014 and served as a Staff Writer for The Daily Californian during the same period. Additionally, he gained research experience as a Research Assistant at UC Berkeley from 2013 to 2014. These positions contributed to his development in communication and research skills, complementing his technical expertise.
Security Clearance
Uday Mehta holds a Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance, which allows him to work on projects sensitive to national security. This clearance is essential for his roles at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he engages in research and engineering tasks that require a high level of trust and responsibility.