Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory

We’re powering possibilities. A U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is tackling the world’s toughest science and technology challenges using plasma, the fourth state of matter. The Lab conducts essential research across a full range of plasma applications, whether it’s developing fusion as a potentially limitless power source, creating the next generation of materials for microelectronics and quantum sensors and devices, or electrifying chemical and materials manufacturing processes. As a world-class research laboratory managed by Princeton University, our mission has three main focuses: - To develop the scientific knowledge and advanced engineering to enable fusion to power the U.S. and the world. - - To advance the science of nanoscale fabrication and sustainable manufacturing for technologies of tomorrow. - - To further the development of the scientific understanding of the plasma universe from laboratory to astrophysical scales.