Dr. John Foster

Professor

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Biography

John Foster is a Professor in the Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences department at the University of Michigan. He holds a PhD in Applied Physics from the University of Michigan and a BS in Physics from Jackson State University. He has significant experience in low-temperature plasmas and plasma physics, focusing on advanced space propulsion, plasma diagnostics, and environmental applications of plasma technologies. Foster is deeply intrigued by space propulsion and the use of plasma-based remediation technologies, emphasizing the importance of protecting the environment and improving quality of life, particularly in developing countries. His research lab dedicates itself to exploring applications of plasma technology in energy conversion and production. With a professional career that includes positions as an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan and previous roles at NASA Glenn Research Center, Foster has made substantial contributions to the field of plasma science. He is a member of various professional organizations, including the American Physical Society and IEEE, and has served in numerous capacities, such as a proposal reviewer for NSF and DOE, and a session organizer for technical conferences.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2006-01-01 — Present

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Teaching and researching in the Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences.

Senior Research Engineer

1998-01-01 — 2006-01-01

NASA Glenn Research Center • Cleveland, OH

Conducted research related to plasma sciences.

Post-doctoral Fellow

1997-01-01 — 1998-01-01

University of Wisconsin-Madison • Madison, WI

Worked in the NSF Engineering Research Center for Plasma-Aided Manufacturing.

Awards

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NASA Special Achievement Performance Awards

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NTA Physicist Year

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Black Engineer Year Special Recognition Award

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Emerald Awards Promising Engineer Award

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Nuclear Engineering Faculty Teaching Award

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NASA Faculty Fellow Award

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UM NERS Outstanding Achievement Award

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
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Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science