Dr. Volkan Seker

Instructor

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Biography

Volkan Seker is an Assistant Research Scientist at the University of Michigan, specializing in Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences. He has a strong background in high-temperature gas-cooled reactor physics, thermo-fluids, computer code development, and nuclear reactor analysis. His research also encompasses parallel high-performance computing techniques and focuses on fission systems and radiation transport. Dr. Seker earned his PhD in Nuclear Engineering from Purdue University in 2007, along with his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Nuclear Engineering from Hacettepe University. He actively contributes to advancements in reactor technology and computational methods, addressing challenges in the nuclear sector to enhance safety and efficiency. His work is recognized within the academic community as he continues to explore innovative approaches to reactor physics and related fields.

Research Interests

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