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Ben McMillan is an Associate Professor specializing in numerical theoretical plasma physics, particularly in the area of magnetically confined fusion. He joined the Centre for Space, Fusion, and Astrophysics in April 2011. His main research projects focus on tokamak turbulence modeling and numerical plasma physics. For example, his work often involves theoretical modeling of large-amplitude fluctuations within tokamaks and employing numerical methods to represent structures within complex magnetic field geometries. A significant part of his research is dedicated to the development and application of the gyrokinetic code, ORB5, for transport modeling in tokamaks, collaborating with groups from Switzerland (EPFL), Germany (IPP), and the Culham Fusion Science Centre in the UK. As part of ongoing projects, he continues to model basic turbulence using simplified low-dimensional approaches to examine turbulent structure formation and propagation. His long-term goal is to enhance the understanding of confinement properties in tokamaks, specifically by modeling flows that can explain and predict transport barriers, ultimately contributing to the advancement of economic fusion energy.
University of Warwick • Warwick, England
Specializes in numerical theoretical plasma physics and tokamak turbulence modeling.
Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.