Renewal Fuels, Inc., operating as American Fusion, has appointed Fabrice David as an Independent Director, effective February 23, 2026. David brings more than two decades of scientific experience in fusion-related energy science, advanced nuclear phenomena, propulsion systems, and applied biotechnology to the company's board. His appointment comes as American Fusion advances multiple strategic initiatives including its Texatron™ aneutronic fusion platform, patent expansion, and regulatory filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
David has authored or co-authored more than 130 scientific publications and holds numerous patents across advanced energy systems, nuclear science, and experimental physics. His career includes sustained engagement in fusion-adjacent research, participation in leading international fusion energy conferences, and previous service as a Partner and Board Member of DEUO Dynamics in the United Kingdom. In that role, he contributed to governance and strategic oversight of advanced fusion and cold-fusion research initiatives, supporting research evaluation, intellectual property development, and international scientific collaboration.
The appointment represents a strategic move to strengthen scientific oversight as American Fusion progresses toward commercial deployment of fusion energy technology. David's background spans both frontier research and practical energy markets, including founding and operating a photovoltaic solar distribution business that provided firsthand exposure to clean-energy commercialization and market adoption dynamics. This combination of deep scientific expertise and commercial experience positions him to provide balanced perspective on long-horizon innovation and practical infrastructure development.
As an Independent Director, David will provide scientific and technical oversight, insight into intellectual property strategy, and independent judgment supporting disciplined governance. His appointment aligns with the company's focus on building a scalable fusion energy platform supported by proprietary technology and disciplined intellectual property development. For additional background on David's scientific publications and research activity, his ResearchGate profile is available at https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Fabrice-David-3.
Company leadership emphasized the importance of independent scientific oversight during this critical development phase. Brent Nelson, CEO of Kepler Fusion Technologies, stated that David brings deep scientific credibility and long-standing engagement in fusion-related research, strengthening the board as the company builds a scalable fusion energy platform. Richard Hawkins, Chairman and CEO of Renewal Fuels, Inc., noted that independent scientific oversight is critical as the company advances toward commercialization, with David's background reflecting decades of disciplined research and intellectual rigor across fusion-adjacent systems.
Concurrently with the board appointment, American Fusion continues to advance additional patent filings supporting the Texatron™ platform and remains focused on regulatory initiatives. The company's Form 10 registration statement under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is substantially complete, with the company obtaining required EDGAR access codes and expecting to file next week. The PCAOB audit for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 is nearing completion with only one remaining audit item outstanding. The company is also progressing its pending corporate action with FINRA related to its transition to American Fusion. More information about Kepler Fusion Technologies and its Texatron™ platform is available at www.keplerfusion.com and americanfusionenergy.com.
This development matters because fusion energy represents a potential paradigm shift in clean energy production, offering abundant, carbon-free power without the radioactive waste challenges of conventional nuclear fission. The appointment of a scientifically credentialed independent director during this critical phase suggests American Fusion is prioritizing rigorous governance and technical validation as it moves toward commercialization. For investors and the energy industry, these governance enhancements combined with regulatory progress indicate maturation of the company's approach to bringing fusion technology to market. The successful development of practical fusion energy could fundamentally transform global energy systems, reducing dependence on fossil fuels while providing reliable baseload power to support economic growth and climate objectives.
