To identify critical needs, develop the rationale and content for a public program in fusion magnet R&D that supports broadly the deployment of affordable and reliable fusion energy systems that complement and de-risk promising configurations on a timeline consistent with FPP initiatives and beyond

• Establish a public program in fusion magnet R&D that supports critical needs identified by private sectors and develop supporting programs with long term vision that complements private efforts

• Develop the rationale for test facilities that serve the whole Public-Private Partnerships

• Identify other opportunities such as synergies and complementarity with HEP, high field magnets that open for all science drives 

• Develop a fusion magnet educational program that can generate a trained and essential workforce by leveraging capabilities of universities, national labs, and fusion industry 

• Develop a roadmap for a self-consistent R&D program in support of FPP and beyond

• Purpose of a public fusion magnet program & its road map is not to duplicate but complement the milestone program and the technology maps that they develop

• Clear need for test facilities but the time scales are often long

  • What are some near term capabilities that could be brought together in the near-term to meet community needs?

• Discussion mentioned the use of a blanket CRADA between companies and a specific DOE office as way to expedite agreements between companies and national labs

  • What does this look like at the university level? Are there comparable issues?

• Work development has highlighted on several levels. What are best practices in other government programs that would support grad students for their careers?

  • Scientists/engineers/technicians

  • Would a senior design/competition that is directed by DOE or other entity be effective and stimulating engagement.