Topic
Fusion
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Fine-tuning fusion
Postdoc Theresa Wilks finds home on the west coast, helming an MIT collaboration with the DIII-D tokamak fusion reactor.
April 9, 2018 -
A new era in fusion research at MIT
MIT Energy Initiative founding member Eni announces support for key research through MIT Laboratory for Innovation in Fusion Technologies.
March 9, 2018 -
3Q: Zach Hartwig on MIT's big push on fusion
Researchers will work with industrial collaborators to pursue fusion as a source of carbon-free power.
March 9, 2018 -
MIT and newly formed company launch novel approach to fusion power
Goal is for research to produce a working pilot plant within 15 years.
March 9, 2018 -
Integrated simulations answer 20-year-old question in fusion research
Study finds that turbulence competes in fusion plasmas to rapidly respond to temperature perturbations.
February 16, 2018 -
Changing lives with heart, humor, and engineering
MIT senior and Marshall Scholar Nick Schwartz wants to solve the energy problem — and make people smile along the way.
January 3, 2018 -
Study sheds light on turbulence in astrophysical plasmas
Theoretical analysis uncovers new mechanisms in plasma turbulence.
December 1, 2017 -
3 Questions: Robert Granetz on fusion research
MIT research scientist is exploring how machine learning can predict and prevent disruptions in reactors.
October 10, 2017 -
Alex Creely: Bridging the simulation vs. reality gap
Nuclear science and engineering graduate student receives Department of Energy Innovation Award for his work on plasma turbulence.
September 29, 2017 -
Measuring depths, scaling heights
When not climbing mountains, nuclear science and engineering PhD candidate Leigh Ann Kesler tracks erosion inside fusion reactor containment chambers.
August 31, 2017 -
Fusion heating gets a boost
The Plasma Science and Fusion Center explores a new recipe for heating plasma.
August 21, 2017 -
Three MIT scientists honored with John Dawson Award for Excellence in Plasma Physics Research
Plasma Science and Fusion Center researchers Petrasso, Seguin, and Li honored for developing a novel radiography technique.
August 2, 2017 -
Probing the magnetic universe
Nuclear Science and Engineering Associate Professor Nuno Loureiro ponders the origins of magnetic fields.
June 23, 2017 -
Zach Hartwig: Applying diverse skills in pursuit of a fusion breakthrough
Newly-appointed Assistant Professor Zach Hartwig's mission is to use nuclear technology to benefit society and the environment.
May 22, 2017 -
Monica Pham: Advancing nuclear power and empowering girls
Sophomore researches fusion energy and promotes STEM opportunities for young women.
April 21, 2017 -
Julien Barber: Protecting magnets and the environment
Master's candidate explores ways to cool high-temperature superconductors used in fusion research.
March 27, 2017 -
A showcase of nuclear science and engineering at MIT
Nuclear Science and Engineering Expo provides an opportunity for prospective grad students and the MIT community to learn about department research.
March 24, 2017 -
Hong Sio: On the road for fusion
Ph.D candidate enjoys a range of fusion research from coast to coast.
February 28, 2017 -
New faculty strengthen, broaden MIT’s energy expertise
MIT's newest faculty bring a wide array of energy interests and developments to the Institute.
February 7, 2017 -
Brandon Sorbom: Designing a fusion future
PhD candidate explores a faster, high-magnetic-field pathway to fusion energy.
January 23, 2017