《聚變能雜志》發表了最初的研究成果和評論文章，探討了熱核聚變作為一種有用的動力源的發展。它被設計成該領域研究成果的出版記錄雜志。這本雜志還提供了一個討論更廣泛的政策和規劃問題的論壇，這些問題已經并將繼續在能源融合項目中發揮關鍵作用。為了與這個主題保持一致，讀者將找到涵蓋一系列重要政策和項目方向的文章。

The Journal of Fusion Energy features original research contributions and review papers examining the development of thermonuclear fusion as a useful power source. It is designed to serve as a journal of record for publication of research results in the field.This journal also provides a forum for discussion of broader policy and planning issues that have played and will continue to play a crucial role in energy fusion programs. In keeping with this theme, readers will find articles covering an array of important matters of policy and program direction.