Renewal Fuels, Inc. (OTC: RNWF), operating as American Fusion, announced the appointment of Fabrice David as an Independent Director, effective February 23, 2026. Mr. David brings over two decades of experience in fusion-related energy science, advanced nuclear phenomena, and applied biotechnology, having authored or co-authored more than 130 scientific publications and holding numerous patents across advanced energy systems and experimental physics.
Mr. David's background includes sustained engagement in fusion-adjacent research, participation in leading international conferences on fusion energy and low-energy nuclear reactions, and a focus on non-conventional fusion pathways and intellectual property development. 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 research initiatives. His experience in research evaluation, IP development, and international collaboration is directly relevant to American Fusion's transition from research to commercial deployment.
In addition to his scientific work, Mr. David founded and operated a photovoltaic solar distribution business, providing insights into clean-energy commercialization and market adoption dynamics. His balanced perspective on frontier research and practical energy infrastructure development will support the Company as it advances its Texatron aneutronic fusion platform.
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, Inc., added, "Independent scientific oversight is critical as we advance toward commercialization. Fabrice's background reflects decades of disciplined research and intellectual rigor across fusion-adjacent systems and advanced energy technologies."
The Company continues to advance additional patent filings supporting the Texatron platform. In parallel, preparation of its Form 10 registration statement under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is now substantially complete, and the Company expects to file next week after obtaining EDGAR access codes. 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 corporate action with FINRA related to its name change to American Fusion Inc.
Further background on Mr. David's work can be found on his ResearchGate profile, and more information about Kepler Fusion Technologies and the Texatron platform is available at keplerfusion.com and americanfusionenergy.com.
