U-238 Fission Chamber | Fusion Research @ MIT PSFC

Software + Languages: Python, OpenMC

Characterizing a parallel-plate U238 fission chamber for the detection of fusion neutrons using DT and DD neutron generators, designing the electronic experimental setup, and modeling with OpenMC neutronics code

Collaborating with neutron diagnostics teams at Commmonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) & MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC) to support the SPARC tokamak

Poster

Awards/Honors

  • 2024 APS Divison of Plasma Physics Presentator
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