Sarah Hernandez

Sarah Hernandez, PhD, is a Staff Scientist at Los Alamos National Laboratory with extensive experience in theoretical physics, particularly focused on plutonium alloys and their properties. A former Seaborg Postdoctoral Fellow, Hernandez has conducted significant research using advanced electronic methodologies and simulation packages, contributing to multiple projects on the electronic and magnetic structures of bulk and surface plutonium. Prior to the current position, Hernandez held roles as a PhD Candidate and Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Texas at Arlington, where theoretical calculations were performed under various fellowships. Additional experience includes summer research fellowships at Los Alamos and research assistance at multiple universities, culminating in a PhD in Physics. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree from Miami University and a Bachelor's degree from Texas Christian University.