Fusion Forward
Fusion Forward
Podcast Description
Fusion Forward is a podcast hosted by Alex Borovskis of Helixos (helixos.co) that dives into the future of fusion energy through engaging and insightful conversations with the people shaping the field.
Each episode features an interview with a guest - whether a scientist, engineer, policymaker, investor, or thought leader - exploring their journey into fusion and unpacking key ideas across science, technology, economics, and politics.
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Content Themes
The podcast delves into various themes including advancements in fusion technology, policy implications, and economic factors influencing the fusion landscape. Episodes cover subjects like the role of Oak Ridge National Laboratory in fusion research and breakthrough innovations such as the Materials Plasma Exposure eXperiment, aiming to provide insights into the complex interplay of science, technology, and societal impact.
Fusion Forward is a podcast hosted by Alex Borovskis of Helixos (helixos.co) that dives into the future of fusion energy through engaging and insightful conversations with the people shaping the field.
Each episode features an interview with a guest – whether a scientist, engineer, policymaker, investor, or thought leader – exploring their journey into fusion and unpacking key ideas across science, technology, economics, and politics.
“People call it the holy grail, but I think humanity will be working on fusion for the rest of humanity.”
Recording at the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, fusion scientist Ahmed Diallo lays out the roadmap he calls “Fusion 2.0.” Ahmed explains why advanced fuels, high-field magnets, and clever energy-recovery schemes are reshaping what a commercial plant could look like.
About the guest
Ahmed Diallo is a plasma physicist at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) and Fusion Program Director at ARPA-E. His current research spans fuel-cycle engineering, high-heat-flux materials, and advanced-fuel concepts. He also serves as an advisor to start-ups working to bridge the gap between lab demos and commercial fusion plants.
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