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October 10, 2025

LLE Scientist David Turnbull Receives APS Fellowship

LLE Scientist David Turnbull.

LLE Scientist David Turnbull Receives APS Fellowship

We are pleased to announce that LLE Scientist David Turnbull was recently selected by the Council of Representatives of the American Physical Society (APS) to become an APS Fellow. This prestigious honor recognizes Turnbull’s outstanding work—in particular, his pioneering experiments and analysis revealing fundamental understanding of laser–plasma interactions that have helped to advance the fields of inertial confinement fusion (ICF) and plasma photonics.

A scientist of the highest caliber and one with a prolific publication record (more than 90 articles including over 20 first-authored), Turnbull is a significant national player in both the indirect-drive and direct-drive National ICF Programs, and his keen focus on ICF contributed to the achievement of ignition in 2022. With his unique ability to ask unassuming questions that reach the core of an issue, Turnbull excels at building collaborations, aiming for scientific understanding, and effectively communicating with diverse audiences to rapidly reach solid scientific conclusions.
Congratulations, David!

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