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Theoretical Physics - From Outer Space to Plasma
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How the weird and wonderful properties of magnetised laser plasmas could ignite fusion-energy research

Archie Bott explains how a promising scheme for fusion relies on a novel feature of hot laser-plasmas: introducing a magnetic field of the correct strength alters the plasma’s fundamental properties in a highly counterintuitive yet beneficial manner.
Theoretical Physics - From Outer Space to Plasma
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Stellarators: twisty tokamaks that could be the future of fusion

Georgia Acton introduces stellarators, discusses the features that distinguish them from tokamaks, highlight the challenges we currently face, and discusses how we might overcome them.
Theoretical Physics - From Outer Space to Plasma
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Magnetic confinement fusion: Science that’s hotter than a Kardashian Instagram post

Michael Barnes introduces the basic concepts behind magnetic confinement fusion, he describes why it is so challenging and discusses possibilities for the future.
Oxford Sparks: bringing science to life

Shedding Light on the Situation

Light is more than just light bulbs and sunshine! Researchers at the University of Oxford use different types of light to learn more about all sorts of interesting things.
Entrepreneurship

Oxford at Said Seminar: Energy

In this seminar three Oxford academics explore the role of energy demand in a low carbon future, fusion and solar energy.

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