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The Fusion Focused podcast aims to highlight inspiring experts within the Plasma Physics & Fusion Energy community, showcase the diverse careers available within the fusion field, talk with the guests about their scientific interests, and chat about why fusion is so cool!Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ fusion energy careers and pathways • plasma physics research and diagnostics • tokamak and alternative fusion concepts • materials, liquid metals, superconductors • industry commercialization and policy • diversity, mentoring, science communicationThis podcast features conversations with people working across plasma physics and fusion energy, with an emphasis on what they do, how they got there, and how their work fits into the broader push toward fusion power. The host interviews a mix of researchers, engineers, students, educators, industry leaders, and advocates, drawing out career pathways that span universities, national laboratories, public agencies, and private fusion companies. A recurring focus is the variety of roles available in the field, including technical research, technology development, business and commercialization, training and education, journalism and communication, and community-building through networks and student councils.
Across the discussions, listeners encounter a wide range of fusion-relevant topics, from plasma diagnostics and simulation to plasma heating methods, turbulence and edge physics, divertor modelling, and materials challenges. The podcast also touches on enabling technologies such as superconducting magnets, high-temperature superconductors, liquid metals, and laser- and projectile-driven approaches, alongside perspectives on different fusion concepts and their trade-offs. Commercial readiness and the path to viable fusion energy come up through conversations about strategy, economics, industrial scale-up, and industry white papers.
Alongside technical themes, this podcast frequently addresses mentoring, outreach, collaboration across institutions and countries, and the importance of diversity and broad participation in fusion. Personal elements—such as hobbies, formative experiences, and career pivots—are used to illustrate how individuals navigate education and opportunities within the fusion community.
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S2 E12: Bibake Uppal 2024-Sep-19 59 minutes |
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S2 E11: Prof. Anne White 2023-Nov-28 54 minutes |
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S2 E10: Rosie Barker 2023-Aug-28 25 minutes |
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S2 E9: Maria Morbey 2023-Jul-24 20 minutes |
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S2 E8: Dr Eleanor Tubman 2023-Jul-10 40 minutes |
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S2 E7: Cyd Cowley 2023-May-07 48 minutes |
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S2 E6: Dr Steffi Diem 2023-Apr-24 31 minutes |
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S2 E5: Dr Humberto Torreblanca 2023-Apr-10 26 minutes |
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S2 E4: Jane Hotchkiss 2023-Mar-26 60 minutes |
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S2 E3: Dr Nick Hawker 2023-Mar-14 21 minutes |
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S2 E2: Dr Valerie Jamieson 2023-Feb-27 26 minutes |
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S2 E1: Dr Richard Pearson 2023-Feb-13 49 minutes |
S1 E15: Dr Sam Gibson2022-Feb-07 24 minutes |
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S1 E14: Dario Cruz 2022-Jan-24 29 minutes |
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S1 E13: Dr Ana Koller 2022-Jan-10 29 minutes |
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S1 E12: Fabio Federici 2021-Dec-27 31 minutes |
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S1 E11: Dr Ryoko Osawa 2021-Dec-13 26 minutes |
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S1 E10: Guido Lange 2021-Nov-29 26 minutes |
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S1 E9: Erica Salazar 2021-Nov-15 36 minutes |
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S1 E8: Dr Nick Walkden 2021-Nov-01 29 minutes |
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S1 E7: Dr Kate Lancaster 2021-Oct-18 42 minutes |
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S1 E6: Emre Yildirim 2021-Oct-04 48 minutes |
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S1 E5: Dr Kirsty McKay 2021-Sep-20 25 minutes |
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S1 E4: Laura Wheatley 2021-Sep-06 25 minutes |
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S1 E3: Dr Alex Creely 2021-Aug-23 33 minutes |
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S1 E2: Dr Aneeqa Khan 2021-Aug-09 22 minutes |
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S1 E1: Dr Melanie Windridge 2021-Jul-26 76 minutes |
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Fusion Focused S1: Trailer 2021-Jul-19 1 minute |