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Independent review helps refine first MPEX science plan
The R&D Plan is the first comprehensive science plan outlining the proposed schedule and research priorities for the first five years of operations.
MPEX marks major component, assembly milestones
Fusion plasma testbed passes halfway point in magnet deliveries, installs first major systems
Phil Ferguson named MPEX Project director
MPEX will be rolled into the Nuclear and Isotope Project Office, with Phil Ferguson assuming the role of Project Director.
How MPEX will accelerate fusion energy
A Q&A with the Material Plasma Exposure eXperiment science team
Sanseverino named interim MPEX project director
John Sanseverino has assumed the role of interim MPEX project director. John previously served as project manager and deputy project director for MPEX.
ORNL Director Streiffer visits MPEX as project enters new phase
ORNL Director Stephen Streiffer visited the MPEX site for the first time in early July as the first structures of the device were installed.
Soundbite: MPEX: Power, particles and plasma
In the last episode of The Sound of Science, you heard about how scientists are working to harness the power of the sun on earth with fusion. But this doesn't come without hurdles.
Proto-MPEX wraps up research operations, opens new scientific questions
The prototype of the Material Plasma Exposure eXperiment (Proto-MPEX) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory officially wrapped up its research operations in late April, after almost seven years of service.
Strong bonds: MPEX magnet system benefits from US ITER expertise
“Having the US ITER magnet experts here at ORNL allowed them to share their expertise, which we integrated into the design of the MPEX magnet system,” said MPEX Project Director Phil Ferguson.
DOE Under Secretary for Science Dabbar celebrates progress on MPEX fusion materials device
The project recently completed an independent project review in advance of DOE authorization to begin procurement and fabrication of major long-lead items for the device.