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AI Pioneer Hilary Egan Tackles Energy Challenges at NREL

8/1/2025

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Hilary Egan, a data scientist at NREL since 2020, merges her physics and computational science expertise to confront energy challenges with AI. With a Ph.D. in astrophysics and a transformative internship at NREL, she champions continuous learning and clear communication, driving innovative energy solutions and shaping agency-wide AI initiatives.

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Hilary Egan, a data scientist at NREL since 2020, merges her physics and computational science expertise to confront energy challenges with AI. With a Ph.D. in astrophysics and a transformative internship at NREL, she champions continuous learning and clear communication, driving innovative energy solutions and shaping agency-wide AI initiatives.