Lee Margetts

Professor Lee Margetts is the UKAEA Chair of Digital Engineering for Fusion Energy at The University of Manchester, Department of Mechanical Engineering. His work focuses on digital engineering for fusion energy, with an emphasis on computational methods and large-scale simulation. He leads the Fusion Engineering Centre for Doctoral Training and supports student-led initiatives such as the MancheSTAR Fusion Society. Margetts has contributed to open-source software and educational resources, including the book 'Programming the Finite Element Method.' He has also collaborated with international partners and serves as Visiting Faculty at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. His career spans engineering, computing, and education, with a focus on fostering collaboration and practical problem-solving.

Lee Margetts is the UKAEA Chair of Digital Engineering for Fusion Energy at the University of Manchester, focusing on advanced computational methods for fusion energy applications. His research interests include PINNs (Physics-Informed Neural Networks), Neutronics, and the application of gaming technology in engineering. He explores the use of Direct Energy Deposition and Breeder Blanket technologies for nuclear fusion systems. His work integrates finite element methods, stochastic analysis, and high-performance computing to model complex physical phenomena. Margetts also investigates the biomechanics of extinct vertebrates and the use of virtual reality in structural inspection, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to engineering and computational science.