Dr. Alexander Glaser

Biography

Alexander Glaser is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Aerospace Engineering at Princeton University, focusing his research on the technical aspects of nuclear-fuel-cycle technologies and policy questions related to nuclear energy and nuclear-weapon proliferation. His work addresses critical issues, including proposed increases in reliance on nuclear energy as part of efforts to mitigate climate change, and proposals aimed at significantly reducing the number of nuclear weapons, potentially leading to their complete elimination. He aims to extend his research into new contexts arising from current global events, particularly those examined by the Program on Science and Global Security and the International Panel on Fissile Materials. Glaser's specific research interests include nuclear energy, nuclear proliferation, and nuclear forensics, where he investigates the implications of uranium enrichment technologies and the potential applications of nuclear forensics in verifying nuclear disarmament. His educational background includes a Ph.D. from Darmstadt University of Technology, obtained in 2005.

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