Exploring Engineering Ep. 10: Nuclear Engineering

Berkeley Engineering

In this episode of Exploring Engineering at UC Berkeley, we dive into the powerful and often misunderstood world of Nuclear Engineering. Undergraduate students Conrad Buck and Isaac Duarte Valdez share how curiosity—and a little serendipity—led them into a field full of untapped potential. Then, hear from Professor Ellie Tubman, a fusion researcher and former Lawrence Livermore scientist, who offers an inside look at plasma, lasers, and the future of energy. Whether you're curious about reactors, fusion breakthroughs, or space exploration, this episode will spark your imagination. For a transcript, please visit the episode page on the ESS podcast hub.