Proceedings of the 26th Topical Conference on High-Temperature Plasma Diagnostics

Measuring properties of high-temperature plasmas is essential for advancing plasma physics, improving models, and enabling fusion energy development. Central to this effort are diagnostic instruments, which allow scientists to observe, analyze, and better understand complex plasma behavior. As research progresses, increasingly precise measurements and new diagnostic techniques are required, supported by advances in computing and simulation. The biennial Topical Conference on High-Temperature Plasma Diagnostics (HTPD) brings together global researchers from fields such as fusion, astrophysics, space, and industrial plasmas. The conference serves as a collaborative platform to share innovations in instrumentation and diagnostic methods, addressing common challenges and driving progress in plasma diagnostics and related technologies.