LENR: The Next Energy Revolution

One-Day Seminar for Students, Researchers, Energy Sector Professionals and Investors

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LENR: The Next Energy Revolution

One-Day Seminar for Students, Researchers, Energy Sector Professionals and Investors

Sign up nowSee the programme

February 10, 2026

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PCI Auditorium, University of Aveiro, Portugal
Live Online Streaming Available

Why Attend This Seminar?

Low Energy Nuclear Reaction (LENR) technology represents one of the most promising pathways to clean, abundant and cost-effective energy. This seminar brings together leading researchers, pioneers, scientific societies, industry associations and investors in order to inspire engagement with this transformative field.

Whether you’re a student exploring future research directions, a scientist seeking to understand this emerging technology or an investor navigating the energy sector, this seminar will provide:

  • Comprehensive overview of LENR science from Nobel Prize-winning perspective
  • Rigorous experimental evidence and theoretical frameworks
  • Real-world market applications and economic viability
  • Low energy nuclear reaction demonstrations and technology showcases
  • Clear pathways to get involved in LENR research and development

Key Topics Covered

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LENR Fundamentals

Understand the science behind Low Energy Nuclear Reactions

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Historical Evidence

35+ years of experimental validation and reproducible results

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Theoretical Physics

Cutting-edge models explaining LENR phenomena

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Market Economics

Commercial viability and global energy transformation potential

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Technology Companies

Current players and innovation landscape

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Research Ecosystem

Academic networks, libraries and collaborative opportunities

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Career Pathways

How to contribute to the field as a researcher or engineer

Detailed Programme Schedule

Morning Sessions: Scientific Foundations

09:00 – 09:15

Opening: A Nobel Perspective on Energy's Future

Professor Brian Josephson, Nobel Laureate in Physics

Emeritus Professor, Trinity College, Cambridge

Professor Josephson will open the seminar with insights into why LENR deserves serious scientific attention and how breakthrough discoveries often emerge from challenging conventional wisdom. His perspective as a Nobel Prize winner who overcame scepticism provides inspiration for students entering controversial yet promising research fields.

Plus: Administrative announcements and day overview

09:15 – 10:00

From Pons & Fleischmann to Today: The Experimental Evidence for LENR

Professor Jean-Paul Biberian, University of Marseille

Senior Researcher, LENR Experimental Physics

This talk traces the remarkable journey of LENR research from the controversial 1989 announcement to today’s reproducible experiments.

Followed by Q&A session

10:15 – 11:00

Understanding the ‘Impossible’: The Science Behind LENR

Professor David Nagel, George Washington University

Materials Science & Nuclear Engineering Expert

How can nuclear reactions occur at low energies when conventional physics says they shouldn’t? Professor Nagel will guide you through the scientific puzzle and emerging theoretical frameworks:

Followed by Q&A session

11:15 – 12:00

The Multi-Trillion Dollar Opportunity: LENR Economics & Market Potential

Steve Previtch, New Fire Fund

Energy Markets & Technology Commercialization Analyst

LENR isn’t just scientifically interesting; it could fundamentally transform the global energy economy. This session explores the commercial landscape:

Followed by Q&A session

12:00 – 13:00

LUNCH & NETWORKING

PCI, University of Aveiro

Informal discussions with fellow attendees

Afternoon Sessions: Technology & Practice

13:00 – 13:45

LENR Technology Demonstrations

ENG8 Engineering Team & LENR Technology Companies

Haslen Back, BDO, ENG8

See LENR in action! This is your chance to witness functioning LENR technology and understand how laboratory science becomes practical engineering:

Followed by Q&A session

14:00 – 14:45

Building the Future Together: The Global LENR Research Ecosystem

Steve Katinsky, LENR Research Coordinator

Representing LENRIA, ISCMNS, NYU, & CAN-LENR

LENR research thrives through collaboration. Discover the global network of researchers, institutions and resources available to support your involvement:

LENRIA (International LENR Association); ISCMNS (International Society for Condensed Matter Nuclear Science); CAN-LENR Library; University research programs: NYU and other academic hubs

Followed by Q&A session

15:00 – 15:30

Open Forum: Ask Anything

Panel Discussion with All Speakers

An informal session where you can ask questions not covered during individual Q&As, seek advice on research directions or discuss scepticism and controversies surrounding LENR. All speakers will be available for candid conversation. 

Your Next Steps: How to Get Involved in LENR Research

Closing Remarks

Important Information

Flexible Attendance Options

Sessions may be delivered live or pre-recorded depending on speaker availability, with live Q&A sessions following each presentation. Online participants will have full access to interact with speakers throughout the day.

Who Should Attend

This seminar is designed for:

  • Undergraduate and graduate students in physics, chemistry, materials science and engineering
  • Early-career researchers exploring new fields
  • Established scientists seeking to understand LENR developments
  • Engineers interested in clean energy technologies
  • Energy sector professionals
  • Investors

Join us in exploring the future of clean energy.

hosted by:
Low Energy Nuclear Reactions Industrial Society (LENRIA)
International Society for Condensed Matter and Nuclear Sciences (ISCMNS)
Société Française de la Science Nucléaire dans la Matière Condensée (SFSNMC)
organised & coordinated by ENG8
hosted by:
Low Energy Nuclear Reactions Industrial Society (LENRIA)
International Society for Condensed Matter and Nuclear Sciences (ISCMNS)
Société Française de la Science Nucléaire dans la Matière Condensée (SFSNMC)
organised & coordinated by ENG8