Dr. Nicholas Jordan

Biography

Nicholas Jordan is an Associate Research Professor at the University of Michigan, where he also serves as the Lab Manager for the Plasma, Pulsed Power Microwave Laboratory. He received his Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences from the University of Michigan in 2008. His thesis work focused on laser ablation ion deposition and implantation in thin-film oxide semiconductor gate dielectrics for high-power microwave cathodes. Following his Ph.D., he worked at Cybernet Systems in Ann Arbor, MI, where he designed and tested compact pulsed power systems. His research interests emphasize high-power microwaves, pulsed-power technology, plasma diagnostics, and dynamics of Z-pinch implosions. His current projects include work with advanced equipment such as relativistic magnetron drivers and linear transformer drivers for high energy density physics experiments. Jordan has a strong background in managing complex research initiatives, with extensive experience in writing proposals for government research funding.

Research Interests