Kirtan Davda
About Kirtan Davda
Kirtan Davda is a research intern with a focus on nuclear fusion and plasma physics, currently working at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has a diverse educational background, including a PhD from the University of Tennessee and experience as a visiting research scientist in Germany.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Kirtan Davda has been working as a Research Intern at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2017. His role involves contributing to various research projects in the field of nuclear fusion and plasma physics. The laboratory is known for its advanced research capabilities and Kirtan's involvement reflects his commitment to the field.
Education and Expertise
Kirtan Davda earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nuclear Fusion & Plasma Physics from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, from 2017 to 2022. He also holds a Master's degree in Applied Energy and Electro-mechanical Systems from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, completed in 2017. His undergraduate studies culminated in a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electrical Engineering from Nirma University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, from 2011 to 2015.
Background in Research
Kirtan Davda has a diverse research background, having worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at both the University of Tennessee and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He also served as a Visiting Research Scientist at the Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT) in Germany for two months in 2016, where he contributed to research on a prototype nuclear fusion reactor.
Internship Experience
Kirtan has gained practical experience through various internships. He worked as a Substation and Switchgear Intern at CLP Power Hong Kong Ltd in 2014 and as an Electrical Power Engineer Intern at Siemens in India. Additionally, he served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at UNC Charlotte, further enhancing his teaching and research skills.
Research Contributions
Kirtan Davda has developed expertise in using The Filterscope, a novel plasma diagnostic tool utilized in high-temperature plasma physics for fusion energy devices. His Master's thesis focused on the interaction of high voltage plasma with high intensity femtosecond laser, showcasing his research capabilities in advanced plasma diagnostics.