How Researchers Found a Greener Way to Make Fuel for Nuclear FusionBy AccidentAdvancements in extracting lithium 6 may pave the way for nuclear fusion as a viable energy source.
In other news this week: Quantexa secures 161M, Renaissance Fusion raises 32M, Flowdesk lands 94M and others - Silicon CanalsThis week's funding highlights crucial developments in AI, digital assets, nuclear fusion, and energy innovation.
Anima Anandkumar Highlights AI's Potential to Solve Hard Scientific Challenges'Anima Anandkumar leverages AI, particularly neural operators, to enhance prediction models for weather and sustainable energy solutions.
Inside a Fusion Startup's Insane, Top-Secret Opening CeremonyThe event signified a return to the experimental and mystical roots of technology amidst concerns about AI's impact on human identity.
In other news this week: Quantexa secures 161M, Renaissance Fusion raises 32M, Flowdesk lands 94M and others - Silicon CanalsThis week's funding highlights crucial developments in AI, digital assets, nuclear fusion, and energy innovation.
Anima Anandkumar Highlights AI's Potential to Solve Hard Scientific Challenges'Anima Anandkumar leverages AI, particularly neural operators, to enhance prediction models for weather and sustainable energy solutions.
Inside a Fusion Startup's Insane, Top-Secret Opening CeremonyThe event signified a return to the experimental and mystical roots of technology amidst concerns about AI's impact on human identity.
This fusion-powered rocket could half the time it takes to get to MarsPulsar Fusion's "Sunbird" rocket could halve travel times across the solar system using nuclear fusion technology.
UK forges new radiation-resistant steel in step forward for fusion energy startupsUK scientists have produced 5.5 tonnes of a new steel designed for nuclear fusion reactors.The reduced-activation ferritic-martensitic steel (RAFM) withstands extreme heat and neutron radiation.
This fusion-powered rocket could half the time it takes to get to MarsPulsar Fusion's "Sunbird" rocket could halve travel times across the solar system using nuclear fusion technology.
UK forges new radiation-resistant steel in step forward for fusion energy startupsUK scientists have produced 5.5 tonnes of a new steel designed for nuclear fusion reactors.The reduced-activation ferritic-martensitic steel (RAFM) withstands extreme heat and neutron radiation.
Wealthy US town set to become nuclear fusion capital of the worldA nuclear fusion plant in Malaga, Washington, aims to provide limitless clean energy by 2028, potentially powering 50,000 homes.
'Artificial sun' nuclear fusion reactor sets a new world recordThe WEST reactor achieved a world record for maintaining plasma for over 22 minutes, a milestone towards viable nuclear fusion energy.
France 'sets new plasma record' in hunt for nuclear fusionNuclear fusion holds the promise of clean energy, but significant technological challenges remain before it can be realized.
German startup wins accolade for its fusion reactor design | TechCrunchProxima Fusion aims to revolutionize nuclear power with a peer-reviewed continuous operation design for a fusion reactor, potentially accelerating global energy solutions.
Inside China's race to lead the world in nuclear fusionChina's EAST fusion reactor is a key player in the global pursuit of sustainable nuclear fusion energy.
Climate change and the case for nuclear fusionNuclear fusion is a promising clean energy solution that can help combat global warming.
Wealthy US town set to become nuclear fusion capital of the worldA nuclear fusion plant in Malaga, Washington, aims to provide limitless clean energy by 2028, potentially powering 50,000 homes.
'Artificial sun' nuclear fusion reactor sets a new world recordThe WEST reactor achieved a world record for maintaining plasma for over 22 minutes, a milestone towards viable nuclear fusion energy.
France 'sets new plasma record' in hunt for nuclear fusionNuclear fusion holds the promise of clean energy, but significant technological challenges remain before it can be realized.
German startup wins accolade for its fusion reactor design | TechCrunchProxima Fusion aims to revolutionize nuclear power with a peer-reviewed continuous operation design for a fusion reactor, potentially accelerating global energy solutions.
Inside China's race to lead the world in nuclear fusionChina's EAST fusion reactor is a key player in the global pursuit of sustainable nuclear fusion energy.
Climate change and the case for nuclear fusionNuclear fusion is a promising clean energy solution that can help combat global warming.
Satellite Images Show China Building What Appears to Be a Huge Fusion FacilityChina is constructing a significant laser-fired nuclear fusion facility in Mianyang for clean energy development and nuclear testing.
China's "Artificial Sun" Just Smashed the Record for Stable Fusion ReactionChina's "Artificial Sun" reactor set a new world record by confining plasma for 1,066 seconds, advancing fusion energy research.
Satellite Images Show China Building What Appears to Be a Huge Fusion FacilityChina is constructing a significant laser-fired nuclear fusion facility in Mianyang for clean energy development and nuclear testing.
China's "Artificial Sun" Just Smashed the Record for Stable Fusion ReactionChina's "Artificial Sun" reactor set a new world record by confining plasma for 1,066 seconds, advancing fusion energy research.
The quantum reason that explains why the Sun shinesThe Sun's energy output is essential for life on Earth, made possible by quantum physics.
Ask Ethan: How are the heaviest elements of all made?Most elements in the Universe, especially heavy ones, are formed through processes like nuclear fusion and neutron capture.
The quantum reason that explains why the Sun shinesThe Sun's energy output is essential for life on Earth, made possible by quantum physics.
Ask Ethan: How are the heaviest elements of all made?Most elements in the Universe, especially heavy ones, are formed through processes like nuclear fusion and neutron capture.
China claims fusion advance after 17-minute Tokamak runChina sets a new world record for steady-state high-confinement plasma operation, critical for the future of nuclear fusion energy.
A 20 year-old built a nuclear fusion prototype in his home for $2,000. Here's how he did it.Hudhayfa Nazoordeen created a compact nuclear fusion prototype generating plasma, highlighting student ingenuity and community support in tackling complex scientific projects.
China claims fusion advance after 17-minute Tokamak runChina sets a new world record for steady-state high-confinement plasma operation, critical for the future of nuclear fusion energy.
A 20 year-old built a nuclear fusion prototype in his home for $2,000. Here's how he did it.Hudhayfa Nazoordeen created a compact nuclear fusion prototype generating plasma, highlighting student ingenuity and community support in tackling complex scientific projects.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems to Build Power Plant in VirginiaCommonwealth Fusion Systems aims to build a fusion power plant in Virginia to generate zero-emissions electricity by the early 2030s.
Fusion Startup Conducts Strange Ceremony Involving Woman With Wires Coming Out of Her BackThe nuclear fusion startup Fuse hosted an unconventional event merging art and technology to attract potential backers.
How the world's biggest laser smashed a nuclear-fusion recordThe US National Ignition Facility achieved a milestone by generating more energy from fusion than consumed.
Could powerful lasers unlock cheap fusion power?Nuclear fusion experiments in the US have shown potential for abundant, CO2-free energy generation, with a significant breakthrough occurring in late 2022.
How the world's biggest laser smashed a nuclear-fusion recordThe US National Ignition Facility achieved a milestone by generating more energy from fusion than consumed.
Could powerful lasers unlock cheap fusion power?Nuclear fusion experiments in the US have shown potential for abundant, CO2-free energy generation, with a significant breakthrough occurring in late 2022.
Daily briefing: Earliest-known alphabet found on relics from Syrian tombThe discovery of ancient clay cylinders may reveal the earliest known writing system.Negotiators aim for a global treaty to tackle plastic pollution effectively.
Fusion startup Tokamak Energy attracts $125M for its egg-like reactor design | TechCrunchInvestors are increasingly funding nuclear fusion technology to meet rising electricity demands, notably driven by AI advancements.
Tokamak Energy talks early progress on fusion pilot projectTokamak Energy is making significant progress towards commercial nuclear fusion energy, aiming for a viable pilot plant design within a decade.
Fusion startup Tokamak Energy attracts $125M for its egg-like reactor design | TechCrunchInvestors are increasingly funding nuclear fusion technology to meet rising electricity demands, notably driven by AI advancements.
Tokamak Energy talks early progress on fusion pilot projectTokamak Energy is making significant progress towards commercial nuclear fusion energy, aiming for a viable pilot plant design within a decade.
Daily briefing: Japan dolphin attacks might be play gone wrongDolphin biting incidents in Japan may be playful behavior rather than aggression, pointing to the complex relationships between dolphins and humans.
Tokamak Energy forms biz to commercialize fusion magnet techTokamak Energy diversifies by launching TE Magnetics, aiming to commercialize superconducting magnet technology beyond fusion applications.TE Magnetics targets significant revenue growth through innovative technologies in various sectors.
Two seconds of hope for fusion powerNuclear fusion breakthrough may reduce the time to commercial fusion power plants from eternal 30 years to around 29 years.
Scientists Claim AI Breakthrough to Generate Boundless Clean Fusion EnergyStumbling blocks to nuclear fusion include energy generation, reactor materials, impurity control, and fuel containment.Researchers from Princeton develop AI model to predict and prevent plasma instability in donut-shaped tokamak reactors.
Two seconds of hope for fusion powerNuclear fusion breakthrough may reduce the time to commercial fusion power plants from eternal 30 years to around 29 years.
Scientists Claim AI Breakthrough to Generate Boundless Clean Fusion EnergyStumbling blocks to nuclear fusion include energy generation, reactor materials, impurity control, and fuel containment.Researchers from Princeton develop AI model to predict and prevent plasma instability in donut-shaped tokamak reactors.
WHAM! Nuclear fusion experiment hits new record for magnet strength | TechCrunchSetting record for strong magnetic field in fusion experiment at UW-Madison.