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Following on from the inaugural OSSFE conference in 2025 we are delighted to announce the in person OSSFE 2026 conference at the Munich Urban Colab on March 10th - 12th, 2026.
The Open Source Software for Fusion Energy (OSSFE) Conference is a first-of-its-kind event dedicated to the development, use, and advancement of open-source software in the fusion energy community. Whether you're an experienced researcher, developer, or new to the field, OSSFE offers a collaborative platform to share insights, tools, and innovations that push the boundaries of fusion energy research.
Details on registration can be found on the registration page.
Key Dates:
- Abstract Submission Deadline: September 11th, 2025
- Registration opens: Autumn 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: Autumn 2025
- Conference Dates: March 10th - 12th, 2026
Open-source software is transforming the way we approach scientific challenges, enabling greater collaboration, transparency, and innovation. Fusion energy, with its complexity and global impact, is a prime area where open-source tools can accelerate breakthroughs. OSSFE brings together experts and newcomers to explore the latest developments in simulation, data management, material science, and more — all with a focus on open-source solutions. If you are interested in sponsoring the event, please take a look at our sponsorship page.
- Engaging Talks: Hear from leading voices in fusion energy and software development.
- Software demos: Gain practical skills and insights through interactive sessions.
- Collaborative Discussions: Connect with fellow researchers, developers, and organizations to share knowledge and build partnerships.
- Showcase of Innovations: Discover cutting-edge tools and software that are shaping the future of fusion research.
- Panel discussion: Put your questions to the panel of open source enthusiasts.
- Plasma physics
- Neutronics
- Tritium transport and fuel cycle
- Thermal-hydraulics and CFD
- Superconducting magnets and superconductivity
- Material science
- Diagnostics
- Machine learning and AI in fusion
- Software validation and verification
- System modelling
- Community Governance and Sustainability
- Emerging Technologies in Fusion Software
- Education and Tutorials
- Others: let us know if you think something's missing
Join us in Munich for OSSFE 2026 and be part of the open-source revolution in fusion energy.
- Remi Delaporte-Mathurin (MIT)
- Jon Shimwell (Proxima Fusion)
- James Dark (MIT)
- Patrick Shriwise (ANL)
- Nathan Cummings (UKAEA)
- Nick Murphy (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian)