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Peter Hosemann is a distinguished professor and the Ernest S. Kuh Chair in the Department of Nuclear Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley. He began his academic career at Montanuniversitaet Leoben in Austria, where he received both his Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Material Science. In 2005, he joined the Los Alamos National Laboratory as a graduate research assistant, which paved the way for his postdoctoral research from 2008 to 2010. His research primarily focuses on experimental materials science in extreme environments, particularly within nuclear contexts. Hosemann's work emphasizes the study of structural materials used in nuclear components—especially regarding their behavior under fission, fusion, and spallation processes. His recent investigations also delve into advanced materials such as oxide dispersion strengthened steels and SiC/SiC composites, utilizing innovative accelerated materials testing techniques, including ion beam irradiations. Furthermore, he studies liquid metal corrosion of structural materials and strives to develop improved alloying concepts and operational techniques to mitigate corrosion issues in nuclear applications.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Serves as the Vice Chair focusing on equity and inclusion while conducting research and teaching in the Department of Nuclear Engineering.
The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.