Luis Guarin, PhD (C)

Institutional Profile

PhD (C) in Nuclear Engineering | MSc in Molecular Simulation | Chemical Engineer Luis F. Guarín is a researcher and educator specializing in nuclear energy applications, with strong expertise in reactor modeling, radiological protection, and advanced analytical techniques such as Prompt Gamma Neutron Activation Analysis (PGNAA). His work integrates theoretical modeling, experimental development, and nuclear systems optimization, aiming to improve the safety, efficiency, and scientific understanding of nuclear reactor operations. He has served in key roles at leading institutions in Latin America, including the Comisión Nacional de Energía Atómica (CNEA) and the Instituto Balseiro, where he has worked as a researcher, chief officer in radiological protection, and assistant professor in nuclear engineering. He currently serves as a technical advisor specialized in ionizing radiation at the National Regulatory Authority for Radiological Protection in Uruguay. Luis holds degrees and advanced training in chemical engineering, molecular simulation, nuclear technological applications, and is completing his PhD in nuclear engineering. He is proficient in major scientific and computational physics codes such as OpenMC, MCNP, Serpent, RELAP, GROMACS, and LAMMPS, and programming languages including Fortran, Python, and C++. His professional mission is to advance safe, reliable, and innovative nuclear technologies while contributing to the training of future nuclear engineers and researchers.