Laser–Plasma Interactions

Creating innovative laser-plasma science through education,
impactful publications, novel advancements, and community engagement

For more information about PULSE or student opportunities contact Dustin Froula or one of the scientists in the division.

Laser-Plasma Interactions, Plasma & Ultrafast Laser Science & Engineering
Figure illustrating laser–plasma interactions in direct-drive-ignition plasmas

David Turnbull
Group Leader


Staff Researchers

Philip Nilson (Senior Scientist)
Arnaud Colaïtis (Staff Scientist)
Dana Edgell (Staff Scientist)
Russell Follett (Staff Scientist)
Rahul Shah (Staff Scientist)
Han Wen (Scientist)

Graduate Students

Zach Barfield

Figure illustrating laser–plasma interactions in direct-drive-ignition plasmas

Group Leader

David Turnbull

Staff Researchers

Arnaud Colaïtis (Staff Scientist)
Dana Edgell (Staff Scientist)
Russell Follett (Staff Scientist)
Daniel Harberberger (Staff Scientist)
Avram Milder (Scientist)
Rahul Shah (Staff Scientist)
Han Wen (Scientist)

Graduate Students

Zach Barfield

Current Research Topics

Inertial Confinement Fusion