Nuclear fusion, a clean and limitless energy source, involves replicating the sun's core process where hydrogen isotopes combine to form helium, releasing massive energy. Although practical fusion energy is years away, AI is being explored to accelerate its development. In March 2025, Microsoft Research hosted its first Fusion Summit, gathering experts to discuss AI’s role in advancing fusion energy. Ashley Llorens, from Microsoft Research Accelerator, emphasized a vision of using AI for sustainability through self-reinforcing systems. Steven Cowley, director of the DOE’s Princeton lab, participated in discussions on integrating AI into fusion research. The summit highlighted the potential of AI to optimize fusion experiments, enhance data analysis, and improve reactor designs, ultimately aiming to bring fusion energy to the grid faster. This collaborative effort underscores the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in achieving sustainable energy solutions.

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