David Luxat
About David Luxat
David Luxat is the Manager of the Severe Accident Modeling/Analysis Department at Sandia National Laboratories, with a background in theoretical condensed matter physics and extensive experience in nuclear safety assessment.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
David Luxat is currently serving as Manager of the Severe Accident Modeling/Analysis Department at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM. In this role since 2019, he leads initiatives supporting reactor safety technology innovation. This includes developing modern accident analysis software and advanced machine learning methods to advance next-generation risk-informed safety assessments.
Past Experience at JENSEN HUGHES
Before his current role, David Luxat worked at JENSEN HUGHES, a safety, security, and risk-based engineering firm. He was the Manager of Analytical Solutions from 2012 to 2019. In this position, he led various analytical projects and contributed to the company's capabilities in risk and safety analysis.
Previous Positions in Canada
David Luxat's professional career includes significant roles in Canada. He served as a Senior Analyst at AMEC NSS from 2008 to 2011 and as a Risk Analyst at AECL from 2006 to 2008. Throughout these roles, he specialized in risk assessment and safety analysis in the nuclear sector.
Educational Background
David Luxat completed his education at the University of Toronto. He earned a Ph.D. in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics in 2005, a Master's Degree in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics in 2000, and a Bachelor's of Applied Science and Engineering Degree in 1999. These academic achievements laid a strong foundation for his expertise in severe accident modeling and safety analysis.
Key Contributions and Projects
David Luxat has significantly contributed to the field of nuclear safety. He developed the MELCOR nuclear energy safety assessment code suite, which is crucial for analyzing nuclear power reactor accidents. Additionally, he played a crucial role in developing the MELCOR Accident Consequence Code System (MACCS), assessing potential public health and safety consequences from nuclear accidents. His efforts extend the application of engineering analyses to include fusion systems and the transport of contaminants within buildings.