National Science Foundation

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency established in 1950 to promote the progress of science, advance national health, prosperity, and welfare, and secure national defense. NSF supports fundamental research and education across all fields of science and engineering, fostering innovation and technological advancement.

In June 2023, NSF awarded Avalanche Energy a $275,000 grant to investigate the efficiency of their Orbitron fusion device, focusing on fusion gain factor predictions for compact fusion machines. This grant was part of NSF's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, which aims to stimulate technological innovation and commercialization by supporting small businesses engaged in federal research and development.

Avalanche Energy's innovative approach to fusion energy, particularly the development of scalable compact fusion machines, aligns with NSF's mission to support groundbreaking technologies with the potential to transform industries and address critical challenges. The grant enables Avalanche Energy to advance their research and development efforts, contributing to the broader goal of achieving sustainable and clean energy solutions.

National Science Foundation believes that these compact fusion machines represent a game-changing approach to energy generation. The potential to provide clean, almost limitless power without relying on fossil fuels or producing harmful emissions is a pivotal solution for meeting the world’s growing energy demands sustainably.