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Creating sensors for extreme fusion energy conditions

UKAEA awards £3.5m to develop highly specialised sensors for extreme conditions of fusion energy environments Thirteen organisations have secured contracts with the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) to develop robust sensing technologies for use in future fusion power plants.…

Leah CrepazMarch 27, 2025

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UKAEA and F-REI sign collaboration in robotics research

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) and the Fukushima Institute for Research, Education and Innovation (F-REI) have signed a memorandum of cooperation (MOC) on joint research in robotics and autonomous systems. The MOC fosters UK-Japan collaboration between the government-funded…

Leah CrepazMarch 6, 2025

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Doctoral training to develop the next generation of fusion energy experts

A dedicated Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Fusion Engineering will start educating its first cohort of students in September 2025, equipping STEM post-graduates with the skills to support the UK’s fusion energy future. The CDT programme – led by…

Leah CrepazFebruary 25, 2025

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Professor Sir Ian Chapman appointed next CEO of UK Research and Innovation

UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) CEO Professor Sir Ian Chapman will leave UKAEA this summer 2025 to become the next CEO of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The full announcement can be found here. UKAEA sincerely thanks Sir Ian for…

Leah CrepazFebruary 25, 2025

The LIBS laser being fired during the calibration process - Image Credit United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority

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Laser demonstration on JET detects fusion fuels

Scientists and engineers from eight nations have carried out a project using lasers on the Joint European Torus (JET) to study fusion fuel retention.  The collaborative effort demonstrates the potential for future joint initiatives in the design, safety and operational efficiency…

Leah CrepazFebruary 4, 2025

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Creating sensors for extreme fusion energy conditions

UKAEA and F-REI sign collaboration in robotics research

Doctoral training to develop the next generation of fusion energy experts

Professor Sir Ian Chapman appointed next CEO of UK Research and Innovation

Laser demonstration on JET detects fusion fuels

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