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Fusion Power: A Fresh Perspective on the Source of All Our Energy

We often think of fusion power as the ultimate “holy grail” of clean, abundant energy—something scientists have chased for decades. But as I discuss in this brief segment from Innovation Café, there’s a bigger perspective we sometimes miss: every single energy source we use can be traced back to fusion reactions in the stars, one way or another. By stepping back and shifting our viewpoint, we see that the quest for fusion on Earth is really about localizing what the cosmos has been doing for eons.

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Famous Inventors and the “Tricks” They Used

What’s the secret sauce behind history’s greatest inventors? This fun article reveals the clever tricks and habits that famous innovators like Edison and da Vinci used to spark ideas. From napping with steel balls to daydreaming doodles, find out how these creative minds got their breakthroughs—and get inspired to try their tricks yourself.

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The Origins of the Nobel Prize: A Legacy of Redemption and Inspiration

What do dynamite and the Nobel Prizes have in common? Alfred Nobel. This captivating history piece recounts how the inventor of explosives, troubled by his legacy, founded the Nobel Prizes to leave a better mark on the world. Learn how one innovator’s mix of guilt and hope turned into an annual celebration of humanity’s greatest minds and ideas—a story of redemption that continues to inspire.

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The Car Periscope: Lessons from Curb Your Enthusiasm

Larry David’s comedy gave us a wacky invention—a “car periscope” to see over traffic. It turns out that a car periscope was invented many years ago, but never took off in real life. This entertaining piece unpacks what the fictional car periscope teaches about why some ideas (even funny ones) fail. From market demand to technical hurdles, see how a joke invention offers serious insight into the challenges every innovator faces.

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Deadly Inventions: Honoring Inventors Who Risked Everything for Progress

Innovation can be a daring—and sometimes dangerous—pursuit. This gripping article honors inventors and pioneers who literally risked their lives for progress. From hazardous experiments to perilous test flights, discover stories of courage and sacrifice that underscore the high stakes and passionate dedication behind world-changing inventions.

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