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Innovation Network for Fusion Energy (INFUSE)

INFUSE connects private-sector fusion technology research with expertise and capabilities at U.S. national laboratories and accredited universities.

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Overview

The Innovation Network for Fusion Energy (INFUSE) accelerates private-sector research on cost-effective fusion technologies through partnerships with national laboratories and accredited U.S. universities. DOE Fusion Energy Sciences funds the partner institution, which provides expertise and capabilities to fusion companies.

INFUSE covers enabling technologies, materials science, diagnostic development, modeling and simulation, unique fusion experimental capabilities, and paths to commercialization. Most awards are $100,000 to $500,000 for 12 months. Higher amounts or projects lasting 24 months may be considered for work of critical value.

Investment focus

INFUSE supports private-sector research on cost-effective fusion technologies across enabling technologies, materials science, diagnostics, modeling and simulation, unique fusion experimental capabilities, and paths to commercialization.

Who it is for

Company applicants need a valid SAM.gov Unique Entity ID and U.S. registration. A foreign-controlled company must have a legal U.S. subsidiary with a U.S. address. Companies must also contribute 20 percent of total project cost.

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Benefits

INFUSE gives fusion companies access to expertise and capabilities at U.S. national laboratories and accredited universities. DOE Fusion Energy Sciences funds the partner institution. Most awards are $100,000 to $500,000 for 12 months; higher amounts or 24-month projects may be considered for work of critical value.

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What it pays

Most awards are $100,000 to $500,000 for 12 months. Higher award amounts or 24-month projects may be considered for work of critical value. Companies must contribute 20 percent of total project cost.

Questions about this program

What financial contribution is required from a company?

Companies must contribute 20 percent of total project cost.

What award size and project duration are typical?

Most awards are $100,000 to $500,000 for 12 months. Higher amounts or 24-month projects may be considered for work of critical value.

What company registration requirements apply?

Applicants need a valid SAM.gov Unique Entity ID and U.S. registration. Foreign-controlled companies need a legal U.S. subsidiary with a U.S. address.

About Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Research Institute

United States Department of Energy national laboratory.

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