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SAPPHIRE Breakthrough: Scientists Capture Plasma Movies at 100 Billion Frames Plasma, often described as the fourth state of matter , makes up more than 99% of the visible universe. From blazing stars to advanced semiconductor manufacturing, understanding plasma behaviour is crucial. Yet probing this volatile, ionized gas has long been a scientific challenge, as its changes occur in mere trillionths of a second. Now, researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has unveiled a revolutionary diagnostic technique called SAPPHIRE (Single-shot Advanced Plasma Probe Holographic Reconstruction) . Published in Optica , this study showcases the ability to record plasma dynamics with a single laser shot - creating "movies" at an astounding 100 billion frames per second . For more on cutting-edge scientific innovations, readers can also explore FSNews365 where groundbreaking discoveries across technology and science are regularly covered. Why Plasma Matters: Unlockin...

SMART Achieves First Tikamak Plasma: Pioneering Compact Fusion Energy with Negative Triangularity The SMART device has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by generating its first tokamak plasma, advancing efforts toward sustainable and virtually limitless fusion energy through controlled reactions. Advancing Fusion Research with SMART Tokamak Development and Purpose of SMART The research, featured in the journal Nuclear Fusion , highlights the SMART tokamak — an advanced fusion device developed by the Plasma Science and Fusion Technology Laboratory at the University of Seville. This spherical tokamak, known for its flexible shaping capabilities, aims to showcase the physics and engineering potential of Negative Triangularity plasmas for compact fusion power plants. Principal Investigator's Perspective Prof. Manuel Garcia Mu ñ oz, Principal Investigator of the SMART tokamak, expressed, "This milestone marks a pivotal achievement for our team as SMART transitions to its operati...