Elan Moritz

Elan Moritz is currently a Person of Assorted Titles (PoAT), a role he has held since 2011. Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Moritz describes himself as an occasional inventor and applied epistemologist, focusing on technologies that can benefit society, particularly through advancements in scientific and systems concepts. His work includes interests in artificial intelligence, machine discovery tools, and controlled fusion reactors for power generation, which he believes are crucial for addressing climate change and enhancing interplanetary transport capabilities.1

Education and Background

Moritz holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Kent State University (1976) and a B.S. in Physics from Stony Brook University (1972). He also participated in a summer seminar at New York University's Courant Institute focused on supercomputing.1

Professional Experience

In addition to his current role, Moritz has had a diverse career that includes working for Uncle Sam's Canoe Club for 30 years and various positions in New York City during the late 1970s.1 He is known for having contributed to several patents and is actively engaged in discussions around the application of machine intelligence and fusion technology.1