How do atoms form? A physicist explains where the atoms that make up everything around come from
Almost everything on Earth is made up of atoms, but where do these fundamental building blocks come from?
June 23, 2025 • ~8 min
Almost everything on Earth is made up of atoms, but where do these fundamental building blocks come from?
Plasma Science and Fusion Center researchers created a superconducting circuit that could one day replace semiconductor components in quantum and high-performance computing systems.
Students explore nuclear facilities in virtual reality and learn about the ethical dimensions of nuclear technology in a University of Michigan course.
Fusion’s future depends on decoding plasma’s mysteries. Simulations can help keep research on track and reveal more efficient ways to generate fusion energy.
Even once researchers can reliably get more power out of a fusion reaction than they put in, they’ll still need to overcome engineering challenges to scale up fusion energy.
Three Conversation science editors look ahead to what to expect in 2025 on The Conversation Weekly podcast.
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