radioisotope power systems
went to an absolutely fascinating talk by Lindsey Boles of Zeno Power about radioisotope power systems for deep sea and deep space power and heat. it was so interesting. the isotopes they use (Americium 241 and Strontium 90) are waste products of fission reactors. she laid out a compelling vision for their mission to advance science in space and the deep sea by solving the heat and power challenge, especially in very cold environments like the dark side of the moon.