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Karl Krushelnick is a Professor in the Department of Nuclear Engineering & Radiological Sciences at the University of Michigan, where he has been a faculty member since 2006. He also directs the Center for Ultrafast Optical Science. With an academic background including a PhD and MA in Astrophysical Sciences from Princeton University, and a BSc in Honours Physics from the University of Western Ontario, his research interests encompass high intensity and short-pulse laser system development, nonlinear optics, and nuclear fusion. Krushelnick has contributed significantly to the understanding of laser-plasma interactions and has been involved in developing table-top particle accelerators using lasers. Additionally, his research explores high field physics and applications of X-ray laser development, as well as pulsed power discharges. Besides his research responsibilities, he has served in various professional roles including as a referee for leading physics journals and a committee member for several conferences. His academic achievements have been recognized through various awards, emphasizing his impact on the field of plasma physics and engineering education.
University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI
Teaching and research in Nuclear Engineering & Radiological Sciences.
Center for Ultrafast Optical Science, University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI
Leading research initiatives in ultrafast optics.
University of Michigan, Department of Physics • Ann Arbor, MI
Teaching and research in Physics.
University of Michigan, Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science • Ann Arbor, MI
Teaching and research in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
Imperial College London, Physics • London, UK
Temporary academic role at Imperial College.
Imperial College London, Department of Physics • London, UK
Led research group focused on plasma physics.
Imperial College London, Department of Physics • London, UK
Teaching and research in Physics.
Imperial College London, Department of Physics • London, UK
Senior academic position in Physics.
Imperial College London, Department of Physics • London, UK
Lecturing and research in Physics.
Imperial College London, Department of Physics • London, UK
Lecturing and research responsibilities.
Cornell University/US Naval Research Laboratory • Ithaca, NY
Research role in plasma physics.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science