Dr. Sara Pozzi

Professor

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Biography

Sara Pozzi is a Professor of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences at the University of Michigan and the Donald C. Graham Professor of Engineering. Her research focuses on radiation detection, nuclear fission radiation imaging, identification, and characterization of nuclear materials. Pozzi leads significant efforts in neutron and gamma-ray emissions research, contributing to the development of technologies necessary for nuclear treaty verification through her leadership roles in the Consortium Verification Technology and Consortium Monitoring, Technology, Verification. With a prolific publication record of 180 journal papers and 350 conference proceedings, she has also given around 120 invited lectures globally and graduated 30 Ph.D. students who have advanced into successful careers across various sectors. In 2024, Pozzi was elected President of the IEEE Nuclear Plasma Sciences Society, highlighting her role in the international community dedicated to the progress of nuclear plasma sciences. Her many accolades include the Oak Ridge National Laboratory Early Career Award and the American Nuclear Society Gail De Planque Award, showcasing her dedication to excellence in research and education.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Leading research and development in nuclear engineering and trainings.

Awards

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International Fellow

2024-01-01
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U-M Distinguished Faculty Achievement Award

2024-01-01
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American Nuclear Society Gail De Planque Award

2021-01-01
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INMM Vincent J. DeVito Distinguished Service Award

2021-01-01
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Fellow, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

2020-01-01

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
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science