Add BrightSurf on Google Email

Final dance of unequal black hole partners

Researchers use advanced simulation to model large mass ratio black hole merger, predicting characteristics of ultimate merged black hole and its speed. The simulation's success could help plan future gravitational wave detectors and answer mysteries about black holes.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateNov 6, 2020

New calculation refines comparison of matter with antimatter

Scientists have published a new calculation to test for tiny differences between matter and antimatter, building on the 1963 Nobel Prize-winning experiment that observed a slight difference in kaon decays. The new calculation provides more accurate predictions for kaon decays and offers a way to search for effects beyond the Standard M...

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review D·DateSep 17, 2020
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Legacy high performance computing system seeds supercomputing excellence at UT Dallas

The University of Texas at Dallas has gained access to high-performance computing resources through the donation of systems like Stampede1, increasing its research capabilities. The introduction of Ganymede has enabled researchers to conduct complex projects like seismic imaging and data science, reducing computation time by up to 5 days.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·DateSep 16, 2020

Mysterious cellular droplets come into focus

Biological condensates, previously known as membrane-less organelles, have been found to play a crucial role in DNA repair and aging. Researchers used the Frontera supercomputer to study their behavior and recruitment of molecules.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·DateSep 9, 2020
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

Busting Up the Infection Cycle of Hepatitis B

Researchers at the University of Delaware used supercomputing resources to gain insights into the hepatitis B virus's genetic blueprint and how its protein shell assembles itself. They found that a mutation impairs this assembly process, revealing communication between different regions of the protein.

SourceUniversity of Delaware·JournalACS Chemical Biology·DateAug 13, 2020

Break it down: A new way to address common computing problem

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis developed a new algorithm called Parallel Residual Projection (PRP) to solve linear inverse problems by breaking them down into smaller tasks that can be solved in parallel on standard computers.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalScientific Reports·DateAug 4, 2020

Unequal neutron-star mergers create unique "bang" in simulations

A team of researchers found that unequal neutron-star mergers can create an electromagnetic signal, which could be detected using gravitational-wave detectors like LIGO. The simulations revealed that the larger star tears apart its partner, creating a slower merger and allowing an 'electromagnetic bang' to escape.

SourcePenn State·JournalMonthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society·DateAug 3, 2020
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

KU Leuven researchers shed new light on solar flares

Researchers at KU Leuven have created a self-consistent simulation of solar flares, allowing them to calculate the energy conversion efficiency. This breakthrough enables the prediction of key aspects of space weather phenomena, including the Northern Lights.

SourceKU Leuven·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·DateJun 18, 2020
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.

Cracking open the proton

The COMPASS experiment at CERN is analyzing the proton's inner structure using particle collisions and complex algorithms. The team confirmed a theoretically expected sign change in the Sivers function, which relates to quark orbital motion inside the proton.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·DateJun 5, 2020

Sandia to receive Fujitsu 'green' processor

Sandia will be one of the first DOE laboratories to receive Fujitsu's new A64FX processor, optimized for memory-speed bottleneck breakage. The 48-core processor provides greater fractions of usable peak performance and supports collaboration with the Japanese supercomputing community.

SourceDOE/Sandia National Laboratories·DateMay 26, 2020

Supercomputing drug screening for deadly heart arrhythmias

Scientists developed a computational pipeline to screen drugs for induced arrhythmias, distinguishing between proarrhythmic agents and safe ones. The pipeline uses multi-scale computer simulation data to predict proarrhythmia vulnerability, enabling the identification of potentially toxic compounds.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalCirculation Research·DateMay 13, 2020

GCS centres support research to mitigate impact of COVID-19 pandemic

Researchers are utilizing HPC to understand the virus at a molecular level, identify potential treatments, and accelerate vaccine development. Epidemiologists are also using supercomputers to model disease spread and predict hotspots, guiding policy makers' decisions in containing the pandemic.

SourceGauss Centre for Supercomputing·JournalViruses·DateMay 11, 2020
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

Using digital twins to design more sustainable cities

Using digital twins, researchers simulate the complex interactions within urban environments to predict how changes in design could affect life there. The team developed a comprehensive model of Herrenberg city using space syntax, GIS data, and traffic control systems.

SourceGauss Centre for Supercomputing·JournalSustainability·DateMay 7, 2020

Hungry galaxies grow fat on the flesh of their neighbors

A study published in the Astrophysical Journal reveals that massive galaxies attain their size by merging with smaller ones. Researchers used a combination of observation and modelling to analyze how gases within galaxies move, finding evidence that many stars have been acquired from outside.

SourceARC Centre of Excellence for All Sky Astrophysics in 3D (ASTRO 3D)·DateApr 22, 2020

Supercomputers and Archimedes' law enable calculating nanobubble diffusion in nuclear fuel

The new method makes it possible to create significantly more accurate fuel models for nuclear power plants. The researchers used atomistic models of the material comprising hundreds of thousands of atoms and supercomputers to calculate their trajectories over hundreds of millions or even billions of integration steps.

SourceMoscow Institute of Physics and Technology·JournalJournal of Nuclear Materials·DateApr 20, 2020

Dissecting the mechanism of protein unfolding by SDS

Scientists used molecular dynamics simulations to understand how SDS causes protein unfolding, revealing microscopic details of the process. The study provides insights into the properties of SDS-protein interactions and their applications in protein sequencing.

SourceBeckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology·JournalNanoscale·DateApr 17, 2020

Frontera sets sights on transformative research

The Texas Advanced Computing Center has announced that the National Science Foundation has approved allocations of supercomputing time on Frontera to 49 science projects. These projects will utilize a total of 54 million node hours and constitute approximately 65% of the total time on the system being allocated for this year.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·DateApr 9, 2020
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

Coronavirus massive simulations completed on Frontera supercomputer

Researchers have created a massive computer model of the coronavirus, which will help design new drugs and vaccines. The model, built by Rommie Amaro's team, contains 200 million atoms and simulates the virus's interaction with human cells.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalACS Central Science·DateMar 24, 2020

Supercomputers unlock reproductive mysteries of viruses and life

Researchers used supercomputer simulations to study viral reproduction and DNA replication mechanisms. They discovered that twisting stress in protein filaments plays a key role in creating membrane deformations, which is crucial for virus release and cellular processes.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalBiophysical Journal·DateMar 18, 2020

Supercomputers drive ion transport research

Scientists used XSEDE-allocated supercomputers to study ion transport through nanoporous membranes. Advanced path sampling techniques captured the kinetics of solute transport, revealing a previously unknown mechanism called induced charge anisotropy that affects ion movement.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalMatter·DateMar 4, 2020

'Hawk' supercomputer inaugurated at University of Stuttgart

The Hawk supercomputer boasts a peak performance of 26 Petaflops, enabling cutting-edge academic and industrial research in areas like energy efficiency, climate modeling, and pandemic research. The system will also support the digitalization of industry in Baden-Württemberg and Germany.

SourceGauss Centre for Supercomputing·DateFeb 25, 2020
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

Story tips: Fusion squeeze, global image mapping, computing mental health, Na+ batteries

Researchers have developed a new computational tool for simulating fusion plasmas, which could help hold and squeeze superheated gas in extreme conditions. Additionally, scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have created an approach to scan massive datasets of large-scale satellite images more efficiently, allowing for faster map...

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalEnergy Storage Materials·DateFeb 6, 2020

Machine learning greatly reduces uncertainty in understanding of paleozoic biodiversity

Researchers developed a novel machine learning procedure that resolved Paleozoic biodiversity to within 26,000 years, clarifying diversification and extinction events. The improved resolution revealed new aspects of Paleozoic biodiversity and showed a correlation between atmospheric carbon dioxide levels and paleobiodiversity change.

SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateJan 16, 2020

Skin cancer mystery revealed in yin and yang protein

Scientists have determined the structure of the B-Raf protein, which is responsible for about 50% of melanomas. The study reveals an asymmetric organization of the complex, enabling asymmetric activation of the B-Raf dimer, a mechanism that explains the origin of paradoxical activation by small molecule inhibitors.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalScience·DateDec 17, 2019
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

Can a UNICORN outrun earthquakes?

A team from University of Tokyo utilized Summit's AI architecture to develop a faster solver for earthquake simulations, enabling more accurate models. The new approach accelerated simulation times by a factor of 1000, improving the efficiency and reliability of earthquake modeling.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·DateNov 13, 2019

Modeling every building in America starts with Chattanooga

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a building simulator to test energy savings in various buildings. The simulation is being tested in Chattanooga, Tennessee, as part of a partnership between the DOE and Electric Power Board.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·DateNov 13, 2019
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

Deep learning expands study of nuclear waste remediation

Researchers used physics-informed generative adversarial networks (GANs) to model subsurface flow in the Hanford Site, achieving exaflop performance. The approach enabled estimation of hydraulic conductivity and hydraulic head with high accuracy, overcoming the limitations of traditional methods.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·DateNov 12, 2019

Researchers uncover role of earthquake motions in triggering a 'surprise' tsunami

The researchers identified underlying causes of the deadly Palu earthquake and tsunami using coupled computer models. The team found that the earthquake-induced movement of the seafloor beneath Palu Bay itself could have generated the tsunami, meaning landslides contributed less to its formation than previously thought.

SourceGauss Centre for Supercomputing·JournalPure and Applied Geophysics·DateSep 5, 2019

Texas boosts US science with fastest academic supercomputer in the world

Frontera, the fastest academic supercomputer in the world, is set to revolutionize scientific research in the US. With its leadership-class computing capability, Frontera will support complex science applications in fields like black hole physics, climate modeling, and drug design.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·DateSep 3, 2019

Supercomputing prodigies win prestigious honors

Milinda Fernando and Staci Smith receive the fellowship for their work on high-performance algorithms and dynamic re-routing algorithms, respectively. Their research enables efficient use of modern supercomputers in various scientific disciplines.

SourceAssociation for Computing Machinery·DateAug 15, 2019
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Tiny bubbles hold clue to better performing industrial technologies

Researchers at the University of Edinburgh used supercomputer calculations to study the growth and collapse of tiny bubbles, known as nanobubbles. The findings suggest that these bubbles can burst to release powerful jets of liquid, causing damage to industrial structures.

SourceUniversity of Edinburgh·JournalLangmuir·DateJul 31, 2019

Frontera named fifth fastest supercomputer in the world

Frontera, located at the University of Texas at Austin, achieved the highest scale and data analysis capabilities ever deployed at a university in the US. The system supports dozens of research teams aiming to solve massive computational problems, including climate simulations and machine learning-enabled cancer studies.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·DateJun 17, 2019
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.

Supercomputing dynamic earthquake rupture models

Researchers used supercomputers to simulate complex earthquake ruptures, documenting interactions between faults and analyzing results with advanced visualization software. The model helps understand how faults interact during earthquake rupture, enabling scientists to study past earthquakes and possible future scenarios.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·DateJun 3, 2019

Story tips from the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory, May 2019

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory developed a stretchy plant-derived material with superior adhesion properties, while also advancing additive manufacturing techniques for metal parts. Additionally, they utilized the Summit supercomputer to simulate small modular nuclear reactor designs with improved efficiency.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalApplied Sciences·DateMay 1, 2019
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.

Supercomputers help supercharge protein assembly

Researchers designed proteins that can assemble into complex structures using supercomputers and artificial charges. The stacked octamer structure consists of 16 proteins, resembling a braided ring with highly ordered and specific interactions.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalNature Chemistry·DateMar 29, 2019

Scientists develop way to perform supercomputer simulations of the heart on cellphones

Researchers from Rochester Institute of Technology and Georgia Tech developed a new approach to simulate the heart's electrophysiology in real-time, allowing doctors to better discuss life-threatening heart conditions with patients. This method uses WebGL code to repurpose graphics cards for faster scientific computing applications.

SourceRochester Institute of Technology·JournalScience Advances·DateMar 29, 2019

Geophysics: A surprising, cascading earthquake

A team of geophysicists from LMU München used simulations to study the 2016 Kaikoura earthquake, which ruptured over 20 fault segments. The model showed that a weakly loaded fault was boosted by gradual slippage and low frictional resistance.

SourceLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 21, 2019

Supercomputer simulations shed light on how liquid drops combine

Researchers used supercomputer simulations to analyze interactions between tiny ripples on droplet surfaces, finding that these waves enable the initial contact and merger of droplets. The study's findings have implications for improving 3D printing technologies and understanding thunderstorm formation.

SourceUniversity of Edinburgh·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMar 20, 2019

US Department of Energy and Intel to deliver first exascale supercomputer

The Argonne National Laboratory's Aurora supercomputer will revolutionize scientific research and discovery with its exaFLOP performance and ability to handle both HPC and AI. The system is expected to have a significant impact on various fields, including cancer research, climate modeling, and veterans' health treatments.

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·DateMar 19, 2019
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.

New method opens the way for cutting tools with longer lifetime

Researchers at Linköping University have developed a theoretical model that simulates the degradation of hard cutting materials. The model, published in Materials journal, enables the manufacturing industry to save time and money by developing tools with greater hardness and resistance.

SourceLinköping University·JournalMaterials·DateMar 8, 2019

NSF funds second round of OSC's Open OnDemand

The NSF awards funding to further develop Open OnDemand, a platform providing web-based access to high-performance computing services. The project aims to simplify access to HPC resources, making it more accessible to new users and disciplines.

SourceOhio Supercomputer Center·DateFeb 27, 2019

VUMC researchers, supercomputing effort reveal antibody secrets

Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center used sophisticated gene sequencing and computing techniques to analyze antibody-producing white blood cells. They found a surprisingly high frequency of shared clonotypes, which could aid in developing universal vaccines and treatments.

SourceVanderbilt University Medical Center·JournalNature·DateFeb 13, 2019
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.

Decoding the human immune system

Scientists have sequenced a key part of the human immune system, discovering unexpected overlaps between adults and infants' antibody sequences. This finding could provide potential new targets for vaccines and treatments that work across populations.

SourceHuman Immunome Project·JournalNature·DateFeb 13, 2019

Supercomputing propels jet atomization research for industrial processes

By employing high-performance computing, researchers have developed new models for fine-scale turbulence data that can be used to inform large-eddy simulations, bringing accurate jet spray simulations to a commercial level. This advancement aims to improve fuel injection efficiency and spraying accuracy in various industrial processes.

SourceGauss Centre for Supercomputing·JournalJournal of Fluid Mechanics·DateFeb 8, 2019

Supercomputing helps study two-dimensional materials

By combining experimental results with simulations, researchers can gain insights into the atomic structure of 2D materials like graphene. This breakthrough could lead to the development of more efficient batteries and other electronics.

SourceGauss Centre for Supercomputing·JournalNature·DateFeb 1, 2019
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Machine learning award powers Argonne leadership in engine design

Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory are using machine learning algorithms to optimize engine simulations, significantly reducing design time and increasing accuracy. The project aims to create a more efficient and emissions-free combustion process, with potential applications in the automotive industry.

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·DateJan 2, 2019