ARPA-E Fusion Programs Annual Meeting

Registration Deadline for U.S. Citizens: June 17, 2026

Registration Deadline for Foreign Nationals/Non-US Citizens: June 15, 2026

The 2026 ARPA-E Fusion Programs Annual Meeting is an in-person-only event that will bring together ARPA-E fusion teams, fusion leaders from the public and private sectors, and other stakeholders to review technical progress of ARPA-E fusion performers from the CHADWICK, GAMOW, IGNIITE, and Vision OPEN programs.

At the ARPA-E Fusion Programs Annual Meeting, participants will have the opportunity to:

1. Discuss progress and advances in the ARPA-E fusion portfolio, including identifying key challenges and potential solutions
2. Join interactive sessions and networking opportunities aimed at strengthening the connection between advanced materials research and the practical challenges of fusion system design and integration
3. Hear from technical experts in the field about the latest advancements in fusion technology

Seating is limited, so please register in advance by clicking the Register Now button below. A registration fee of $290 will be charged to each attendee to defray the costs of hosting the meeting. Please review the "HOTEL," "AGENDA," and "FAQ" pages of the registration web pages for more information about event logistics, including registration deadlines for non-U.S. citizens.

For your planning purposes, please be aware that the Fusion Industry Association (FIA) will be holding a separate event, their Industry Supply Chain Trade Show, at the same location starting after the ARPA-E Fusion Programs Annual Meeting concludes. 

We hope to see you at the 2026 ARPA-E Fusion Programs Annual Meeting! To learn more about the ARPA-E-funded programs featured at the meeting, please click here: CHADWICK | GAMOW | IGNIITE | Vision OPEN