Renewal Fuels, Inc., operating as American Fusion, has appointed independent scientific researcher Fabrice David as an independent director, effective February 23, 2026. The appointment comes as the company advances its Texatron™ aneutronic fusion platform, expands its patent portfolio, and prepares to file its Form 10 registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Mr. David brings more than two decades of experience in fusion-related energy science, advanced nuclear phenomena, propulsion systems, and applied biotechnology to the board. He has authored or co-authored more than 130 scientific publications and holds numerous patents across advanced energy systems, nuclear science, and experimental physics. His background includes sustained engagement in fusion-adjacent research through participation in leading international conferences focused on fusion energy, low-energy nuclear reactions, plasma-based systems, and advanced energy conversion.
The appointment is significant because it strengthens the company's scientific oversight and governance during a critical transition period. As Brent Nelson, CEO of Kepler Fusion Technologies, stated, "Fabrice brings deep scientific credibility and long-standing engagement in fusion-related research. His experience across experimental validation, intellectual property development, and international scientific collaboration strengthens our Board as we continue building a scalable fusion energy platform." Richard Hawkins, Chairman and CEO of Renewal Fuels, added that "Independent scientific oversight is critical as we advance toward commercialization."
Mr. David's experience extends beyond pure research to include practical business operations. He previously served as a Partner and Board Member of DEUO Dynamics in the United Kingdom, where he contributed to governance and strategic oversight of advanced fusion and cold-fusion research initiatives. He also founded and operated a photovoltaic solar distribution business, providing firsthand exposure to clean-energy commercialization, deployment logistics, and market adoption dynamics. This combination of frontier research and applied energy market experience offers a balanced perspective valuable to a company transitioning from research to commercial deployment.
The timing of this appointment coincides with several key corporate developments. The company continues to advance additional patent filings supporting the Texatron™ platform and is preparing to file its Form 10 registration statement with the SEC next week after obtaining required EDGAR access codes. The PCAOB audit for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 is nearing completion, with only one remaining audit item outstanding prior to finalization. The company is also progressing its pending corporate action with FINRA related to its transition to American Fusion.
This governance enhancement matters because fusion energy represents one of the most promising long-term solutions to global energy challenges, offering potentially limitless clean power without greenhouse gas emissions. American Fusion's progress toward SEC registration and audit completion suggests maturation toward becoming a more transparent, regulated public company, which could increase investor confidence and access to capital needed for expensive fusion development. The appointment of an independent scientific director with Mr. David's credentials provides additional validation of the company's technical approach at a time when many fusion startups face skepticism about their scientific foundations.
For additional background on Mr. David's scientific publications and research activity, please visit his ResearchGate profile. For more information about Kepler Fusion Technologies and its Texatron™ platform, please visit www.keplerfusion.com and americanfusionenergy.com.
