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Fusion research tackles fuel and instrumentation challenges

April 27, 2026, 3:47PMNuclear News
A waveguide helps carry radiofrequency waves created by the microwave generator to the lithium-deuteride pellets that will be used in the spin-polarized fusion project. (Photo: Aileen Devlin/Jefferson Lab)

Three research groups are reporting fusion-related developments, including ongoing work toward spin-polarized fusion, a new plasma diagnostic tool heading to the National Ignition Facility, and a materials science project that could impact the design of inertial confinement fusion fuel targets.

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