This book offers a comprehensive exploration of one of the most critical challenges in modern plasma physics. Present in both space and laboratory environments, plasma instabilities are the root cause of signal fluctuations in space plasmas and a major obstacle in achieving stable confinement in fusion devices. This book delves deep into the unstable regions of plasmas, combining rigorous analytical methods with advanced simulation techniques to uncover the underlying dynamics. It also presents practical strategies for mitigating these instabilities through precise control of plasma parameters such as temperature and density. By addressing these instabilities, the book highlights a promising path toward enhancing confinement times—a key milestone in the pursuit of viable fusion energy. Essential reading for researchers, graduate students, and professionals in plasma physics and fusion science.
This book is a comprehensive introduction to the physics of intense laser-plasma interaction, motivated by applications in high-energy-density physics. For master’s and graduate students, it combines accessible theory with up-to-date developments and practical exercises.
