Benjamin T. Manard
About Benjamin T. Manard
Benjamin T. Manard is an analytical chemist with extensive experience in nuclear materials analysis and advanced spectroscopic techniques. He has held positions at various research institutions, including Clemson University, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Georgia Southern University, and currently at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Benjamin T. Manard has been employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory as an Analytical Chemist since 2018. His work focuses on innovative sampling methods for Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy and Mass Spectrometry (ICP-OES/MS) instrumentation. This research aims to enhance rapid elemental and isotopic analysis, contributing to advancements in analytical chemistry.
Previous Positions in Research
Prior to his current role, Benjamin T. Manard held several research positions. He worked at Los Alamos National Laboratory as a Staff Scientist from 2016 to 2018, and as a Post Doctoral Researcher from 2014 to 2016. He also served as a Glenn T. Seaborg Fellow at Los Alamos from 2015 to 2016. His earlier experience includes a Research Assistant role at Clemson University from 2009 to 2014 and at Georgia Southern University from 2007 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Benjamin T. Manard earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Analytical Chemistry from Clemson University, where he studied from 2009 to 2014. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry from Georgia Southern University, completed from 2005 to 2009. His expertise includes employing atomic spectroscopic and mass spectrometric techniques, particularly for nuclear materials analysis.
Research Contributions
During his career, Benjamin T. Manard has made significant contributions to the field of analytical chemistry. His research includes a focus on the development of plasma-based spectroscopic and mass spectrometric techniques for nuclear materials analysis, particularly during his postdoctoral fellowship at Los Alamos National Laboratory. His work has implications for enhancing analytical methods in various scientific applications.
Academic Background
Benjamin T. Manard completed his secondary education at Mary Persons High School from 2000 to 2004. He then pursued higher education, first obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Georgia Southern University and later a PhD in Analytical Chemistry from Clemson University. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in analytical chemistry and research.