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A scientist's new AI framework is revolutionizing everything from weather forecasts to medical devices by simulating physical processes millions of times faster than traditional methods. Her work is already preventing dangerous plasma disruptions in fusion reactors and designing catheters that reduce infections 100-fold.
After 70 years of research, nuclear fusion power is shifting from science experiment to engineering challenge. Companies like Commonwealth Fusion Systems now target viable reactors within a decade, potentially easing strain on our growing energy demands.
Britain just committed $6.6 billion to become a world leader in quantum computing and nuclear fusion energy. The ambitious bet could spark breakthrough technologies while rebuilding the nation's scientific independence after Brexit.
Aiden MacMillan spent four years teaching himself nuclear fusion and successfully built a working reactor in Texas. If confirmed, he'll be the youngest person ever to achieve nuclear fusion.
A Dallas eighth-grader spent four years teaching himself physics to build a working nuclear fusion reactor, starting when he was just 8 years old. Now he's pursuing a Guinness World Record while inspiring other young scientists at a new makerspace for kids.
A Texas teen achieved nuclear fusion just two days before his 13th birthday, potentially setting a world record. His mother's new space now helps other young innovators pursue their big dreams.
A seventh grader spent four years teaching himself nuclear physics and building a working fusion reactor at home. Aiden McMillan could become the youngest person ever to achieve nuclear fusion.
For the first time in history, nuclear fusion has achieved net energy gain multiple times, transforming from theoretical physics into commercial reality. Private companies backed by billions in new funding now race to deliver clean, nearly waste-free fusion power to customers within 10 years.
A Chinese startup's nuclear fusion device just sustained plasma for over 22 minutes, marking a major milestone toward clean, unlimited energy. The breakthrough combines superconducting magnets with AI control systems.
A startup is building nuclear fusion reactors the size of a desktop to solve clean energy faster. Their small-scale approach lets them test new designs twice a week instead of waiting years.
Three researchers used machine learning to solve a critical problem keeping us from unlimited clean energy. Their breakthrough could make nuclear fusion power plants a reality.
European lawmakers just declared fusion energy is ready to move beyond research and into reality. They're calling for clear regulations to attract investors and make the EU a fusion powerhouse.