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Kathy McCarthy

Problem-solving drives McCarthy’s leadership of new directorate

February 10, 2021 - Recently appointed as FFESD's Associate Laboratory Director, McCarthy reflects on her career and vision for nuclear energy.

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Five FFESD employees recognized for their contributions to DOE endeavors

February 5, 2021 - The awards were granted by former U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Dan Brouillette as he completed his term.

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First central solenoid module gets clean bill of health

January 29, 2021 - The first of seven superconducting magnet modules of ITER’s international fusion reactor endured a battery of rigorous tests.

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DOE Fusion Advisory Committee Releases Long-Range Plan for U.S. Fusion Program

December 16, 2020 - Oak Ridge National Laboratory well-positioned for growing fusion role for its strong emphasis on understanding burning plasmas.