Jesse Lang
Chemist
Jesse Lang
Chemist
Biography
Jesse Lang is a scientist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) in the Radiological Materials Group. His work focuses primarily on the study of vitrification of low-activity and high-level nuclear waste. Lang has more than 15 years of experience in vitrification systems, metallurgy, radiological work, chemical processes, and material analysis. He is interested in developing new skills to excel in providing exceptional support to ensure PNNL, Hanford, and the Department of Energy objectives are met in a safe and compliant manner. He has experience in a wide array of subject matters and work environments.
Research Interest
- Vitrification
- Glass melters
- Material characterization
- X-Ray diffraction analysis
- Microscopy
- Glass crystal fraction
Disciplines and Skills
- Chemistry
- Environmental science
- Materials science
- Nuclear waste management
- XRD
- Microscopy
- Laboratory quality assurance
Education
- MS in environmental science, Washington State University
- BS in chemistry, Central Washington University