Mehdi Asgari
About Mehdi Asgari
Mehdi Asgari is a Senior Computational Nuclear Engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in Monte Carlo simulation and computational software development for nuclear reactor systems. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and advanced degrees in Nuclear Engineering from Louisiana State University.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Mehdi Asgari has been employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2017, serving as a Senior Computational Nuclear Engineer. In this role, he focuses on advanced computational methods and simulations that support nuclear reactor systems. His work contributes to the laboratory's mission of advancing nuclear science and technology.
Education and Expertise
Mehdi Asgari holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering with a specialization in Nuclear Engineering from Louisiana State University, which he completed from 1994 to 1998. He also earned a Master's degree in Nuclear Engineering from the same institution, studying from 1986 to 1989. Earlier, he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from 1981 to 1985. His educational background supports his expertise in Monte Carlo simulation and computational software development.
Background in Nuclear Engineering
Mehdi Asgari has extensive experience in various aspects of nuclear engineering. His professional background includes significant work in boiling water reactor (BWR) reload design and optimization techniques. He has also conducted criticality safety analysis, neutron activation analysis, and nuclear data processing and testing, contributing to the safety and efficiency of nuclear systems.
Specialization in Reactor Physics
Mehdi Asgari specializes in reactor core physics, focusing on particle transport calculations and analyses. His expertise extends to reactor pressure vessel fluence calculations and analyses, as well as professional experience in fast reactor fuel cycle and transmutation analysis. This specialization is critical for the development and optimization of nuclear reactor systems.