Episode
Yup, I built a nuclear fusion reactor - Taylor Wilson
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- TED-Ed
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- Jun 21, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1573
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Summary
Taylor Wilson believes nuclear fusion is a solution to our future energy needs, and that kids can change the world. And he knows something about both of those: When he was 14, he built a working fusion reactor in his parents' garage. Now 17, he takes the TED stage at short notice to tell (the short version of) his story. Talk by Taylor Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices