Prof. Dr. Mulya Juarsa, National Research and Innovation Agency, Indonesia
Prof. Dr. Mulya Juarsa is a renowned Indonesian expert in nuclear thermohydraulics and energy systems, holding degrees in Energy Physics (Padjadjaran University, 1996), Energy Sciences (Kyoto University, 2003), and Mechanical Engineering (University of Indonesia, 2014), along with a professional engineering title (Ir., 2024). He has held pivotal roles at BATAN, BRIN, and UIKA Bogor, including Principal Expert Researcher and Vice Dean of Engineering. His expertise lies in passive cooling systems, energy conversion, and advanced small modular reactor safety. Internationally recognized, he has been actively involved in IAEA programs as an Indonesian representative, member, and resource person since 2015. His academic and research excellence is underpinned by advanced training across Japan, Italy, and Germany. Prof. Juarsa has led key research collaborations, significantly advancing Indonesia’s nuclear safety innovation. His leadership and scientific contributions continue to impact both academic and applied nuclear energy sectors nationally and globally.
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Educational Journey
Prof. Dr. Mulya Juarsa has built a distinguished academic foundation that underpins his expertise in nuclear thermohydraulics and energy systems. He began his higher education by earning a Bachelor’s degree (S.Si.) in Energy Physics from Padjadjaran University in 1996, laying the groundwork for his career in applied physics and engineering. He then pursued advanced studies abroad, obtaining his Master’s degree (MESc.) in Heat Transport and Energy Sciences from Kyoto University, Japan, in 2003, where he deepened his understanding of thermal systems. Driven by a commitment to advancing Indonesia’s energy sector, he completed his Doctorate (Dr.) in Energy Conversion within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Indonesia in 2014. Further enhancing his credentials, he attained the prestigious Professional Engineer certification (Ir.) from the Indonesian Institute of Technology in 2024. This comprehensive educational background has equipped Prof. Juarsa with a multidisciplinary perspective essential for leading innovations in nuclear energy and thermal management.
Professional Training
Prof. Dr. Mulya Juarsa has actively pursued extensive education and training to enhance his professional capabilities in nuclear science and engineering. His journey began with Basic Training at PUSDIKLAT BATAN, Jakarta in 1997, followed by specialized instruction in Atomic Power Field by the DKI Jakarta Province in 1998 and Pre-Service Training at Rindam Jaya the same year. In 2004, he attended the Nuclear Power Generation Basic Course at JAPC, Tokyo, Japan. He further deepened his expertise through a course on Natural Circulation Phenomena at ICTP, Trieste, Italy in 2005. In 2015, he participated in a workshop on RDE design methods by NUKEM Technology, Germany. He also completed Advanced Functional Researcher Training at BATAN (2017), and various programs on research management and instructional techniques, including PEKERTI for SERDOS (2021) and BRIN’s guidance on INSINAS and PPTI. These programs have significantly contributed to his leadership in nuclear research and education.
Research Focus
Prof. Dr. Mulya Juarsa’s research is primarily centered on thermal-hydraulics, passive heat removal systems, and natural circulation phenomena in nuclear reactor safety and energy conversion systems. His work consistently explores advanced thermal management technologies, particularly in the context of passive safety features in light water and high-temperature gas-cooled reactors. He has extensively contributed to the development and simulation of heat pipe systems, thermosyphons, and reactor cavity cooling systems using experimental and computational approaches, including RELAP5 and CFD tools. A key theme throughout his publications is enhancing reactor safety through innovative, low-maintenance, and energy-efficient passive cooling mechanisms. His collaborative studies on the FASSIP experimental loops and SMR thermal systems underline his commitment to advancing the reliability and sustainability of next-generation nuclear reactors. With a strong publication record across Scopus-indexed journals and conferences, Prof. Juarsa’s work supports international efforts—particularly those by the IAEA—to design safer, more efficient nuclear energy technologies.
Publication Top Notes
📘 Innovative two-phase thermosyphon-based PRHR system for prolonged passive heat removal in light water reactors – Int. J. Thermal Sciences, 2025 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijthermalsci.2024.109512 | 📊 Cited by: –
📘 Non-Dimensional Number Analysis on Natural Circulation Flow in FASSIP-02 – Atom Indonesia, 2024 | 🔗 DOI: 10.55981/aij.2024.1387 | 📊 Cited by: –
📘 Mechanical strength analysis in FASSIP-03 NT loop – AIP Conf. Proc., 2022 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1063/5.0095608 | 📊 Cited by: –
📘 Simulation of natural circulation in FASSIP-03 NSC small loop – AIP Conf. Proc., 2022 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1063/5.0095459 | 📊 Cited by: –
📘 Thermal parameters prediction in RCCS using U-type airflow – AIP Conf. Proc., 2022 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1063/5.0095691 | 📊 Cited by: –
📘 MOD-1 heating efficiency in RCCS test facility – AIP Conf. Proc., 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1063/1.5135531 | 📊 Cited by: 2
📘 Assessment of RELAP5 for U-shaped heat pipe – J. Phys.: Conf. Ser., 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1088/1742-6596/1198/2/022063 | 📊 Cited by: 6
📘 Effective thermal conductivity of U-shaped heat pipe – IOP Mater. Sci. Eng., 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1088/1757-899X/550/1/012004 | 📊 Cited by: 9
📘 Simulation of single-phase natural circulation in loop – Atom Indonesia, 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.17146/aij.2019.762 | 📊 Cited by: 8
📘 Wickless heat pipe using graphene nanofluid – Atom Indonesia, 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.17146/aij.2019.761 | 📊 Cited by: 12
📘 Temperature distribution in water tank (natural convection) – AIP Conf. Proc., 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1063/1.5086557 | 📊 Cited by: 4
📘 U-shaped heat pipe in HTGR cooling tank – J. Phys.: Conf. Ser., 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1088/1742-6596/1198/2/022055 | 📊 Cited by: 5
📘 Natural circulation flow using CFD & experiments – J. Phys.: Conf. Ser., 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1088/1742-6596/1198/2/022073 | 📊 Cited by: 3
📘 Heat transfer with C-shaped exchanger and heat pipe – AIP Conf. Proc., 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1063/1.5086554 | 📊 Cited by: 6
📘 Flow response in natural circulation (FASSIP-01) – AIP Conf. Proc., 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1063/1.5086555 | 📊 Cited by: 3
📘 Overshoot in wickless vertical pipe with low temp source – AIP Conf. Proc., 2019 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1063/1.5135527 | 📊 Cited by: 4
📘 Nusselt number in transient natural circulation – Atom Indonesia, 2018 | 🔗 DOI: 10.17146/aij.2018.876 | 📊 Cited by: 5
📘 Backward phenomenon in FASSIP-01 loop – AIP Conf. Proc., 2018 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1063/1.5049996 | 📊 Cited by: 6
📘 Natural circulation flow in large-scale loop (FASSIP-02) – IOP Earth Environ. Sci., 2018 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1088/1755-1315/105/1/012091 | 📊 Cited by: 7