Join us for the Fusion Research Symposium: Optimizing Symmetry in Fusion Plasmas, part of Climate Week at Columbia Engineering. Discover the research and innovation advancing the future of fusion energy at this dynamic symposium hosted by the Fusion Research Center together with the Max Planck Society Institute for Plasma Physics. Bringing together leading voices from academia, government, research institutions, and industry, the program will explore cutting-edge advances in fusion energy and plasma science, the role of international collaboration, and the opportunities for engagement in this exciting area. Through keynote remarks, panel discussions, hear from experts at the forefront of the field. Through student flash talks and posters, discover the breadth of research underway at the Fusion Research Center and beyond. The symposium will conclude with a reception and laboratory tours, offering an opportunity to connect with researchers and experience the Center’s work firsthand. Featured Speakers: David Spergel, President, Simons Foundation Angela Olinto, Provost, Columbia University Najat Mokhtar, Deputy Director General, International Atomic Energy Agency Thomas Klinger, Director, Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics, Greifswald Tim Happel, Director, Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics, Garching Ellen Smeele, Chief of Staff, Proxima Fusion Thomas Pedersen, Chief Technical Officer, Type One Energy David Gates, Chief Technical Officer, Thea Energy Phil Snyder, VP of Plasma Physics, Commonwealth Fusion Systems Dr. Josefine Proll, Group leader, Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics Discover the research. Meet today's leaders and the next generation of talent. Explore the future of fusion.