Uploaded October 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

---

Fusion could be the gateway to huge strides forward in many industries and technologies - from synthetic fuels to medical diagnosis. Our panel discuss how we can maximise the impact of these spin off breakthroughs and ensure the entire innovation eco-system is aware of the potential.

Chaired by Nick Walkden - Senior Consultant, Frazer-Nash Consultancy

Speakers:
R. David Edelman - Director, TAE
Heather Lewtas - Head of Innovation, UKAEA
Olamide Oguntoye - Policy Lead, Tony Blair Institute

Broadcast Tuesday, 18 October at 16.15-17.00 GMT
Illuminate Theatre, FUSION22


UKAEA’s mission is to deliver sustainable fusion energy and maximise scientific and economic impact. Fusion, the process that powers the sun, can play a big part in our carbon-free energy future.

UKAEA leads the world in fusion research with a wide range of programmes covering robotics, materials testing and development, and tritium science. Our scientists and engineers are working with partners around the globe to develop fusion as a new source of clean energy for tomorrow’s power stations.

Find out more: gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority