Fusion Science and Technology

Fusion Science and Technology studies how to replicate the process that powers the sun—combining light atomic nuclei, usually hydrogen isotopes, at extremely high temperatures to form heavier nuclei and release energy. This process, called nuclear fusion, has the potential to provide a nearly limitless, clean energy source with minimal environmental impact. Researchers develop and improve methods to create, sustain, and control the hot plasma where fusion occurs, aiming to develop practical fusion power plants. The field combines physics, engineering, and materials science to overcome complex scientific and technical challenges to make fusion energy safe, reliable, and economically viable.