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Ryan McBride is a Professor in the Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences at the University of Michigan. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering/Applied Physics from Cornell University in 2009. His research focuses on plasma physics, nuclear fusion, and pulsed-power technology, with specific interest in magnetized liner inertial fusion (MagLIF). He has held positions at Sandia National Laboratories, where he conducted groundbreaking research utilizing high-power pulsed facilities for experiments related to nuclear fusion and dynamic material properties. McBride leads the Plasma, Pulsed Power, and Microwave Laboratory at the University, directing projects that investigate high-energy-density physics applications. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and has received several awards, including the Young Investigator Award from the Office of Naval Research and recognition for best paper from the IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science. His work is critical in advancing understanding and technology of controlled inertial confinement fusion and related fields.
University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI
Professor in the Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences, focusing on plasma physics and puls-powder science.
Sandia National Laboratories • Albuquerque, NM
Conducted research on high-pressure material properties and radiation generation using pulsed-power facilities.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science