Title: President
Company: JP Accelerator Works Inc.
Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico, United States
James M. Potter, president of JP Accelerator Works Inc., has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Scientists for dedication, achievements, and leadership in science and physics.
With over six decades of experience to his credit, Dr. Potter has established a successful career in the sciences, specializing in physics with a focus on the design, consulting, and fabrication of RF linear accelerators. Since 1994, he has excelled as the president of JP Accelerator Works Inc., where he leads innovative projects in accelerator technology. JP Accelerator Works Inc. is a leading firm specializing in the design, consulting, and fabrication of RF linear accelerators, known for its innovative contributions to the field since its establishment. His experience also includes consulting at Silicon Genesis from 2006 to 2011 and at Los Alamos National Laboratory at Triad National Security LLC from 2000 to 2010. Additionally, in 1968, he co-authored the influential “Resonant Coupling Principle Publication.” He is also a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Laying a solid educational foundation, he earned both his bachelor’s degree in physics in 1964 and PhD in physics in 1975, both from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Reflecting on his path, Dr. Potter takes great pride in a significant achievement from the 1960s, where he played a pivotal role in the development of a revolutionary RF Linear Accelerator. When he joined Los Alamos National Laboratory in 1964, his physics degree and strong electronics background made him an ideal candidate for a project focused on building an accelerator to produce high-energy protons for a Meson Factory specialized in nuclear physics. His integration into the project allowed him to work with a talented team, and during this time, they made a significant discovery, which led to collaboration with a distinguished theoretical physicist. By 1968, Aryan Medical Systems had successfully implemented its concept to enhance the accelerator used in cancer therapy machines, marking a significant advancement in the field. This collaboration also resulted in two influential papers published in 1968, one of which he co-authored. His paper, featuring simplified mathematics and a principle known as resonance coupling, remains widely referenced and utilized in the field today. He acknowledges that while substantial progress has been made, there remains much work to be done and believes there are numerous opportunities for bright young individuals to drive further advancements in the field.
Dr. Potter attributes his success to his dual background in electronics and physics, which are essential in his field. He currently engages in multiple consulting roles, allowing him to continue contributing to his areas of passion. Looking to the future, he envisions this next phase of his career as an opportunity to share his extensive knowledge and has considered writing a book to document his insights. Additionally, he is intrigued by the potential of integrating his expertise into AI computer systems, viewing it as a means to preserve and pass on his understanding to future generations. In advising aspiring professionals, he encourages them to follow their passions and pursue what they enjoy. He believes that rather than striving to be the top physicist, individuals should focus on doing what they love.
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