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Ian Hutchinson

Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering at MIT, focusing on plasma-surface interactions, fusion energy research, and nuclear engineering applications.

About

Ian Hutchinson is a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology specializing in nuclear science and engineering.
He has extensive research experience in plasma physics, particularly in fusion energy and plasma-surface interactions.
His work contributes to advancing nuclear fusion as a sustainable energy source, integrating theoretical and experimental approaches at MIT.
He is recognized for his contributions to the development of fusion devices and nuclear reactor technology.

Areas of Expertise

nuclear engineer plasma physicist

Recent Podcasts

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Ian Hutchinson: Nuclear Fusion, Plasma Physics, and Religion | Lex Fridman Podcast #112

Topic: Nuclear Physics, Plasma Physics, and Philosophy of Science & Religion

02:01:16291,2226,0135 years ago
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