A team led by Prof. Wolf Gero Schmidt used Hawk supercomputer to study how strategic impurities in solar cells can improve performance. They discovered that certain defects can improve exciton transfer, leading to more energy captured. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient and climate-friendly energy production.
SourceGauss Centre for Supercomputing·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 27, 2024
Researchers have discovered large undersea faults on the Pacific Ocean floor that are pulling the Pacific Plate apart. The newly found faults, some thousands of meters deep and hundreds of kilometers long, are weakening the plate due to immense forces within it.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 26, 2024
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SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.
Scientists used Delta's GPU-based architecture to study the life cycle of the Hepatitis B virus, revealing how it binds human proteins called importins. The research provides a platform for developing inhibitors that could block this interaction and prevent the virus from accessing the nucleus.
SourceNational Center for Supercomputing Applications·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 20, 2024
Researchers from Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign used generative AI to quickly assemble over 120,000 new MOF candidates for carbon capture. The approach combines AI with high-throughput screening, molecular dynamics simulations and theory-based design to identify optimal materials.
SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalNature·DateFeb 14, 2024
Scientists at Linköping University have successfully developed molecular gears with controlled rotary motion, overcoming previous challenges of single bond rotation. This breakthrough paves the way for future applications in medical drug delivery and solar energy storage.
SourceLinköping University·JournalChemistry - A European Journal·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 25, 2024
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Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.
Researchers created a network of 4.9 billion plausible chemical reactions using blockchain, shedding light on prebiotic molecules and primitive metabolism. The study also demonstrates how blockchain can be used to solve complex problems in science at a lower cost.
SourceCell Press·JournalChem·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 24, 2024
Researchers have developed a working nanoscale electromotor powered by hydrodynamic flow through a nanopore. This innovation uses DNA origami to create a turbine with precise control over rotational speed and direction. The tiny motor has potential applications in molecular factories, medical probes, and soft propulsion systems.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalNature Nanotechnology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 19, 2024
Most Earth System Models lack accurate representation of permafrost dynamics, a crucial factor in future climate projections. Funding constraints and limited resources are preventing model development from capturing the full scope of complex permafrost processes.
SourceWoodwell Climate Research Center·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJan 18, 2024
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A new study places the likelihood of massive neutron stars having deconfined quark matter at 80-90%. This is made possible through Bayesian statistical inference and massive supercomputer runs. The research has implications for our understanding of particle and nuclear physics, as well as astrophysics.
SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 28, 2023
The PRIYA simulation suite provides a new model for simulating large-scale structure in the universe, constraining cosmological parameters and dark matter. The study confirms the σ8 tension between CMB measurements and weak lensing, with implications for understanding the universe's evolution billions of years after the Big Bang.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalJournal of Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 20, 2023
Researchers developed a new solver algorithm for the MPAS-Ocean ocean circulation model, reducing run time by 45% and enabling semi-implicit stability. This allows for faster climate predictions and energy efficiency, as well as reduced computational power consumption.
SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalThe International Journal of High Performance Computing Applications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 14, 2023
Fatima Bagheri, a UTA postdoc, attended an intensive program on supercomputing at Argonne National Laboratory to expand her knowledge of exascale computers and learn methods to advance her research into exoplanets. The training provided hands-on sessions with supercomputers and expertise from world experts.
Researchers at Duke University have developed a new computational model called Adaptive Physics Refinement (APR) that can simulate the movement of individual cancer cells across long distances within the entire human body. This approach captures detailed cellular interactions and their effects on cellular trajectory, providing valuable...
SourceDuke University·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 27, 2023
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer
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Biomedical engineers at Duke University created a new 'digital twins' framework using smartwatch data to capture personalized arterial forces over 700,000 heartbeats. This approach reduces the computational load by simulating tasks in parallel, enabling real-time tracking of cardiovascular disease progression and risk assessment.
SourceDuke University·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 27, 2023
A new study using twisted magnets as computational medium has made brain-inspired computing more adaptable, reducing energy use and potential carbon emissions. The research found that by applying magnetic fields and changing temperature, physical properties of the materials can be adapted to suit different machine-learning tasks.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 13, 2023
A new approach using deep learning speeds up supernova simulation by 99%, enabling more accurate modeling of galaxy evolution. This breakthrough could also apply to climate and earthquake simulations, providing valuable insights into complex phenomena.
SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalMonthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 25, 2023
Researchers have carried out the largest ever computer simulations to investigate the Universe's evolution, taking into account ordinary matter and dark energy. The FLAMINGO simulations provide a detailed picture of virtual galaxies and galaxy clusters, allowing for comparisons with observations from new high-powered telescopes.
SourceDurham University·JournalMonthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 24, 2023
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Researchers from BSC and CSIC have developed an artificial protein capable of degrading PET micro- and nanoplastics with efficiency between 5 and 10 times higher than current PETases. The protein can be used as filters to purify or recycle plastics, offering a potential solution to environmental pollution.
SourceBarcelona Supercomputing Center·JournalNature Catalysis·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 23, 2023
The High Performance Data Facility Hub will provide researchers with unprecedented data management resources, accelerating scientific discovery through seamless access to large and complex datasets. The hub will be led by Jefferson Lab and partner with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
SourceDOE/Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility·DateOct 16, 2023
A Harvard team has successfully developed a self-correcting quantum computer using neutral atom arrays, achieving near-flawless performance with extremely low error rates. The breakthrough enables the creation of large-scale, error-corrected devices based on neutral atoms.
SourceHarvard University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 12, 2023
Researchers developed a scalable framework to quantify field-level agricultural carbon outcomes, integrating sensing techniques and advanced ecosystem models. The study provides a reliable method for measuring individual farm field-level greenhouse gas emissions and offers insights into the impact of farming practices on climate change.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 2, 2023
Researchers aim to develop programmable formal specification-based data stream processor and hardware monitor to enhance microchip security and prevent malfunctions. They will explore novel technologies for real-time monitoring of physical and biological systems, including signal patterns within computer chips.
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A recent study published in the Journal of Chemical Information and Modeling presents a significant breakthrough in accelerating giga-scale virtual screens using machine learning. The researchers successfully reduced processing time by 10-fold for 1.56 billion drug-like molecules, identifying top-scoring compounds in under ten days.
SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalJournal of Chemical Information and Modeling·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 25, 2023
The collaboration has garnered $5.68 million of grant support, with a five-year $2.13 million National Institutes of Health R01 grant and a five-year $2.89 million NIH R01 grant. Researchers are using computational biology to model a key Alzheimer's protein called TREM2 and its interactions with small chemical molecules.
The Human Brain Project has achieved major breakthroughs in understanding the complex structure and function of the brain, enabling novel medical and technological applications. The project's digital atlas and personalized virtual models have provided unprecedented insights into brain conditions such as epilepsy and Parkinson's disease.
A Los Alamos-developed machine learning algorithm successfully processed massive data sets exceeding a computer's available memory. The algorithm divides data into manageable batches to prevent hardware bottlenecks, enabling efficient processing of large-scale applications in various fields.
SourceDOE/Los Alamos National Laboratory·JournalThe Journal of Supercomputing·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 11, 2023
The next generation of supercomputers is revolutionizing biophysics research, allowing researchers to simulate complex biological processes with extraordinary detail. This enables the creation of new proteins and design of novel molecular circuits, challenging longstanding biological assumptions.
SourceAuburn University Department of Physics·JournalBiophysical Journal·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 22, 2023
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.
Scientists discovered that climate shifts during the last 400,000 years influenced the frequency of Neanderthal-Denisovan interbreeding. The researchers found that temperature changes triggered habitat overlaps, leading to increased contact between the two species.
SourcePusan National University·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 14, 2023
A recent study reveals that past climate changes and vegetation shifts played a key role in determining when and where early human species interbred. The research suggests that the overlap of habitats led to increased encounters and interactions among groups, increasing the chance of interbreeding.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalScience·DateAug 10, 2023
Astronomers have observed and simulated the feeding of gas to three protostars in a trinary system, revealing how spiral arms, or 'streamers,' form and contribute to protostar growth. This study provides new insights into multi-star system formation, an important aspect of overall star formation theory.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·TypeObservational study·DateAug 4, 2023
A research group from Nagoya University simulated clear air turbulence using Japan's fastest supercomputer. They found that wind speed disturbances occur due to the collapse of Kelvin-Helmholtz instability waves, creating turbulence in the absence of visible clouds or other atmospheric disturbances.
SourceNagoya University·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 12, 2023
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.
Researchers created an isolated turbulent blob by firing vortex rings into a tank of water, allowing precise tracking of its parameters. This breakthrough enables scientists to study real-world turbulence more effectively, exploring questions about dissipation, expansion, and energy spread across scales.
SourceUniversity of Chicago·JournalNature Physics·DateJun 15, 2023
Researchers developed a new technique called zero noise extrapolation (ZNE) that allows noisy quantum computers to produce accurate results for specific calculations. This breakthrough could enable the use of quantum computing for cutting-edge physics problems and improve classical algorithms.
SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 14, 2023
ChatGPT consistently provided accurate, evidence-based answers in public health questions, beating rival AI assistants. Meanwhile, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant struggled to recognize or refer users for help.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJun 7, 2023
The Oak Ridge Leadership Computing Facility has selected Matt Sieger as its new project director for the OLCF-6 effort. The system aims to provide leadership computing capabilities to researchers and is expected to be delivered in 2026.
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.
Researchers used a powerful supercomputer to analyze the 2019 Ridgecrest earthquakes, which showed how faults can interact across segments and cause unexpected interactions. The study's findings improve seismic hazard assessment and preparedness for complex earthquake systems.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 24, 2023
Researchers at Oregon State University and Baylor University have made a breakthrough in reducing the energy consumption of photonic chips used in data centers and supercomputers. By using a new, ultra-energy-efficient method to compensate for temperature variations, they were able to reduce energy needs by over 1 million times.
SourceOregon State University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 23, 2023
Researchers are harnessing Frontier's exascale capabilities to tackle complex scientific challenges, including nuclear fusion and earthquake forecasting. The system has already demonstrated impressive performance, with updated rankings on the TOP500 list and improved benchmark scores.
Researchers simulated all known energy states of the carbon nucleus, providing insights into the puzzling Hoyle state and its configuration. The study reveals that protons and neutrons are clustered into groups, creating spatial formations with distinct shapes and energies.
SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 15, 2023
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Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
A team of Chinese scientists developed high-resolution Earth system models incorporating clouds and ocean submesoscale eddies, capturing major weather-climate extremes. The models simulate cross-scale interactions and provide new insights into weather-climate mechanisms.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateApr 26, 2023
The Barcelona Supercomputing Center's new AI method combines CALIOPE-Urban predictions with urban data to provide accurate air quality maps and predict pollution limit exceedances. The study identifies the Eixample district as the worst-affected area in Barcelona, highlighting the need for effective policies to improve air quality.
SourceBarcelona Supercomputing Center·JournalGeoscientific Model Development·DateApr 25, 2023
Researchers developed a new framework for modeling task-switching, mimicking human behavior. The framework revealed two regions of the model's 'brain' doing each task, explaining the switch cost and potential benefits of splitting tasks.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalNature Human Behaviour·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 19, 2023
Researchers used computer simulations to understand the formation of new subduction zones and the development of the Caribbean large igneous province. The study found that simultaneous subduction of two plates led to a major mantle flow, triggering the formation of a plume and extensive magmatic activity.
SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 19, 2023
The Human Brain Project has achieved significant scientific breakthroughs, including world-leading 3D brain atlases and personalized medicine based on computational modeling. The project's legacy will leave a lasting impact on the research community.
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AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.
A team of astronomers has discovered an ultramassive black hole in the foreground galaxy, with a mass estimated to be over 30 billion times that of our Sun. This massive object was detected using gravitational lensing and supercomputer simulations.
SourceDurham University·JournalMonthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 28, 2023
Researchers will use satellite data, airborne sensors, and supercomputers to evaluate the impact of tillage practices on corn and soybean yields, greenhouse gas emissions, and soil organic carbon in the Midwest region. The study aims to provide a holistic view of the effects of tillage across a large region.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·DateMar 28, 2023
Researchers have developed a new simulation method to study polarons in 2D materials, which could lead to breakthroughs in OLED TVs and hydrogen fuel production. The study uses quantum mechanical theory and computation to determine the fundamental properties of polarons in 2D materials.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalNature Physics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 22, 2023
Researchers achieved optical switching of a light signal at attosecond speeds, exceeding data transfer speeds by 1 million times. This breakthrough enables the development of ultrafast optical electronics and could increase data processing speed in long-distance communications.
SourceUniversity of Arizona·JournalScience Advances·DateMar 22, 2023
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.
The Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope has captured a dynamic animation of the gamma-ray sky, revealing frenzied activity over nearly 15 years. The data, now publicly available, includes records of source brightness changes and sheds light on blazars and multimessenger astronomy.
SourceNASA/Goddard Space Flight Center·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·DateMar 15, 2023
A rare quasar triplet formed a massive black hole with a mass of 10 billion solar masses, according to recent simulations. The triple system, composed of three galaxies with supermassive black holes at their centers, is believed to be the progenitor of ultra-massive black holes.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 1, 2023
A new European Union project aims to significantly improve Earth system models by incorporating more realistic mesoscale eddy representations. This will provide valuable climate information for national and international assessments, contributing to the IPCC's next Assessment Report.
SourceAlfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 27, 2023
SpiNNcloud Systems receives EU funding to expand its energy-efficient computing technology, developed from the human brain-inspired SpiNNaker2 supercomputer. The project aims to reduce AI's carbon footprint by creating the most energy-efficient hardware for large-scale applications.
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Researchers have developed a new model of black hole collisions that reveals nonlinear effects in gravitational waves, allowing for more accurate modeling of the behavior. This breakthrough has significant implications for understanding black hole collisions observed by LIGO and testing Einstein's general theory of relativity.
SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateFeb 21, 2023
Researchers from Iowa State University and Tufts University are using quantum computing to simulate and study atomic nuclei. They aim to understand the fundamental laws of nature governing nuclear formation in the Big Bang and supernovae.
Astronomers have cataloged over 51,863 Lyman-alpha-emitting galaxies, 123,891 star-forming galaxies, and 4,976 active galactic nuclei using HETDEX's spectroscopic data. The survey is a non-targeted, moon-sized survey that collects spectra from 35,000 fiber optic cables, providing a unique dataset for future galaxy mapping.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 9, 2023
The EuroHPC Joint Undertaking has renewed support for EuroCC and CASTIEL, two initiatives promoting a consistent standard of expertise in HPC, HPDA, and AI across Europe. The projects have helped strengthen the continent's computational research infrastructure and industrial competitiveness.
A team of researchers is using the Frontera supercomputer to develop medium to long-term fishery forecasts driven by high-resolution coupled climate forecasts. They find that changes to upwelling are predicted to be warmer, not colder, and may impact the sustainability of fisheries in the US and globally.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 26, 2023
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Researchers have developed a quantum computing architecture that enables directional photon emission, the first step toward extensible quantum interconnects. This breakthrough enables the creation of larger-scale devices by linking multiple processing modules along a common waveguide.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Physics·DateJan 5, 2023
New study reveals marine algae adapt to nutrient-poor ocean conditions, sustaining productivity even in depleted waters. This 'metabolic hack' could impact global ocean productivity and carbon sequestration.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalScience Advances·DateDec 21, 2022
Climate change and land use will cause extinction cascades leading to the loss of 10% of animals and plants by 2050, rising to 27% by 2100. The study highlights coextinctions as a dominant factor in future vertebrate losses.
SourceFlinders University·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 16, 2022