Longwen Yan | Magnetic Confinement | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Longwen Yan , Best Researcher Award , China.
Dr. Longwen Yan (严龙文) is a distinguished researcher in nuclear fusion and plasma physics, specializing in tokamak experiments and diagnostics. he earned his Ph.D. (1996), M.S. (1988), and B.S. (1985) in physics-related fields. He is currently a Research Professor at the Southwestern Institute of Physics (SWIP), focusing on edge and divertor physics in HL-2A/HL-3 tokamaks. With extensive international collaborations in Germany, Japan, and the USA, Dr. Yan has contributed significantly to magnetic confinement fusion research, authoring numerous high-impact publications and books. .
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Education & Experience 

Ph.D. (1996) – Nuclear Fusion & Plasma Physics, SWIP, Chengdu, China
M.S. (1988) – Nuclear Fusion & Plasma Physics, SWIP, Chengdu, China
B.S. (1985) – Physics, Chongqing Normal University, China
Research Professor (2003–Present) – Edge & Divertor Physics, HL-2A/HL-3 Tokamaks, SWIP
Visiting Scholar (2012) – ASDEX Upgrade, Germany, Edge Physics & Dust Plasma
Guest Professor (2011) – Kyoto University, Japan, Edge Plasma Turbulence
Visiting Scholar (2005) – General Atomics, USA, 3D Field Line Trace Modeling
Installation Lead (2000-2002) – Divertor & First Wall, HL-2A Tokamak
Plasma Researcher (1997-2000) – Edge Plasma, HL-1M Tokamak, SWIP
Visiting Scholar (1996-1997) – JAERI-Naka, Japan, MHD Stability
Early Researcher (1985-1996) – MHD Instabilities, Sawtooth Oscillations, HL-1 Tokamak, SWIP.
Suitability Summary
Prof. Dr. Longwen Yan, a distinguished researcher in the field of Nuclear Fusion and Plasma Physics, is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award for his exceptional contributions to the advancement of plasma physics and magnetic confinement fusion. With an extensive career spanning nearly four decades, his research has significantly influenced edge plasma physics, magnetic confinement diagnostics, and fusion energy development.
Professional Development 

Dr. Longwen Yan has played a pivotal role in nuclear fusion research, particularly in tokamak plasma physics. As a leading researcher at SWIP, he has contributed to edge and divertor physics in HL-2A/HL-3 tokamaks, focusing on plasma turbulence, MHD stability, and heat flux scaling. His international collaborations in Germany, Japan, and the USA have enhanced fusion diagnostics and plasma confinement efficiency. With over three decades of experience, he has mentored young researchers, developed key fusion diagnostic tools, and published books on plasma physics. His dedication to fusion energy advances has significantly impacted nuclear research worldwide. .
Research Focus 

Dr. Longwen Yan specializes in nuclear fusion and plasma physics, focusing on magnetic confinement in tokamaks. His research areas include:
Edge plasma turbulence – Investigating turbulence-driven transport in HL-2A/HL-3 tokamaks
Divertor and heat flux studies – Developing scaling laws for efficient plasma exhaust
MHD stability and disruptions – Studying Alfvén eigenmodes & neoclassical tearing modes in tokamaks
Plasma diagnostics & modeling – Enhancing 3D field line tracing, equilibrium codes, and turbulence simulations
Fusion energy development – Improving radiofrequency ion sources and real-time control of instabilities
His work is essential for advancing tokamak fusion as a sustainable energy source. .
Awards & Honors 

Best Plasma Research Award – Southwestern Institute of Physics (SWIP)
Author of “Plasma Diagnostics of Magnetic Confinement” & “Plasma Physics in Tokamaks”
Lead Researcher on HL-2A/HL-3 Tokamak Projects
Recognized for International Collaborations in Germany, Japan, & USA
Key Contributor to Nuclear Fusion Research Publications in Top Journals
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Publication Top Notes
- “Pellet fuelling experiments in the HL-1M tokamak” (2002) – Cited by 8
- “Synchronization of GAMs and Magnetic Fluctuations on HL-2A tokamak” (2018) – Cited by 0
- “Three dimensional identification of zonal flows in the HL-2A tokamak” (2006) – Cited by 0
- “Density fluctuation of GAM zonal flows on the HL-2A tokamak” (2008) – Cited by 0
- “Development of megawatt radiofrequency ion source for the neutral beam injector on HL-2A tokamak” (2021) – Cited by 12