Thompson, Gregory J.
Education
Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering, West Virginia University, 1995
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, West Virginia University, 1991
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, West Virginia University, 1989
Dr. Thompson performs research ranging from internal combustion engine design, control,
and emissions measurements to development of an rf plasma ignition system to antenna
design. He currently oversees the Engine and Emission Research Laboratory at the
National Research Center for Alternative Fuels, Engines, and Emissions. Dr. Thompson
is active in the development of the in-use emission measurements from on and off-road
heavy-duty vehicles and in the development of alternative fuels for heavy-duty
vehicles.
Research Interests
DesignThermal/Heat Transfer
Engine/Vehicle Emissions
Teaching Interests
DesignEngines and Emissions
Professional Societies
SAEASME
Sigma Xi