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Topic: Nuclear fusion

Nuclear fusion is the process of combining light atomic nuclei to form heavier nuclei, releasing vast amounts of energy in the process.

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The podcast episodes provided explore various aspects of nuclear fusion, from the life cycle of stars and their explosive ends, to the scientific and technological challenges of achieving commercially viable fusion energy, and the potential role of AI in advancing fusion research and development.

For example, episode Some Stars Explode As They Die. We Look At Their Life Cycle discusses the nuclear fusion process that powers stars, while episode Are We On The Brink Of A Nuclear Fusion Breakthrough? delves into the recent progress and ongoing challenges in the pursuit of commercial fusion energy.

The episodes also touch on the role of national laboratories like the Idaho National Laboratory (INL) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in fusion research, as well as the growing interest and investment from private companies in this field.

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