Joseph S. Finberg (also known as Joe Finberg) leads Laurelin's mission to revolutionize fusion energy through artificial intelligence. With 4 years of fusion energy research experience and over 6 years in quantitative trading, he brings a unique combination of deep technical expertise and strategic business acumen.
Fusion Energy Research
4 years of hands-on research in fusion energy, including groundbreaking work on gyrokinetic turbulence at Oxford University.
Quantitative Trading
6+ years of experience in quantitative trading and financial markets, bringing analytical rigor to energy strategy.
AI & Physics Integration
Pioneering the application of AI to fusion energy challenges, with the thesis that sufficient AI application will enable breakthrough fusion success.
“The power of the sun is within our reach. By combining cutting-edge AI with deep fusion physics understanding, we're not just pursuing incremental improvements — we're aiming for transformative breakthroughs that will change the world.”
Boruch Epstein leads Laurelin's technical innovation and research strategy. With a DPhil in Materials Science from the University of Oxford, specializing in materials science and vacuum systems, he brings cutting-edge research expertise directly to the company's reactor development and technical infrastructure.
Materials Science
Advanced expertise in materials for extreme environments, including plasma-facing materials, neutron damage mechanisms, and thermal stress analysis.
Vacuum Systems
Deep knowledge of vacuum engineering and ultra-high vacuum systems critical to fusion reactor design and plasma containment.
Technical Architecture
Architecting Laurelin's technical infrastructure including AI-driven materials optimization and discovery systems.
“Fusion reactors demand materials that don't yet exist at scale. By applying AI to materials science, we can compress decades of trial-and-error into years of intelligent iteration — that's how we'll build reactors that actually work.”
Ian P. Hause oversees strategic operations and brings deep financial expertise to the fusion energy revolution. With over 10 years of experience in financial investing and structuring, particularly in traditional and renewable energy sectors, he provides the operational and financial leadership critical to Laurelin's success.
Financial Investing
10+ years of sophisticated financial investing experience with a proven track record in complex deal structuring across energy markets.
Energy Sector Specialist
Deep expertise in both traditional and renewable energy sectors, understanding of market dynamics and regulatory landscapes.
Capital Markets
Extensive knowledge of capital markets, investor relations, and fundraising strategies for deep tech ventures.
“Fusion energy isn't just a scientific challenge — it's a complex operational and financial puzzle. Our mission is to build the business infrastructure that turns scientific breakthroughs into world-changing reality.”
Victoria Azizova builds international collaborations for energy access and climate resilience at Laurelin. She brings extensive experience from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, where she served as Program Manager & Researcher leading international clean energy partnerships, and from nearly four years at the United Nations working on sustainable development and special projects. She also founded TerraVantage Consulting, advising on international clean energy strategy and partnership development.
International Partnerships
Years of experience building collaborations across governments, research institutions, and international organizations including the UN and NREL's Clean Energy Ministerial programs.
Clean Energy Strategy
Deep expertise in energy access, climate resilience, and just energy transitions developed through program management at NREL and international development work.
Fundraising & Development
Connecting Laurelin with mission-aligned capital sources, government agencies, and institutional partners to advance the fusion energy program.