Robert Baker headshot

Robert W. Baker

Ph.D. in Chemical Physics

Summary

Robert grew up in Packwood, WA, driven by curiosity he sought to understand intermolecular interactions at Seattle Pacific University. Then, he pursued a fundamental understanding of molecular phenomena, condensed matter, and planetary sciences while working with the Institute for Shock Physics at Washington State University. Now a Nevada resident attending the University of Nevada, Reno, Robert is embarking on a doctorate in chemical physics while continuing research at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.

Research interests

  • Actinide chemistry
  • Nuclear physics
  • Condensed matter physics
  • Plasma physics
  • Energetic materials
  • Additive manufacturing

Education

  • M.S. in Physical Chemistry, Washington State University
  • B.S. in Chemistry, Seattle Pacific University