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UrduAs the year comes to a close, the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory reviews some of its most notable achievements of 2024.
Tag: Computational Science
Four Argonne researchers recognized on the American Nuclear Society’s “40 Under 40” list
Dave Grabaskas, Paul Romano, Ben Lindley and April Novak are recognized by American Nuclear Society on Nuclear News’ highly selective list of rising stars in nuclear research
Bascom Palmer Receives Multimillion Dollar Award to Support Functional Whole-Eye Transplant
Researchers with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute are tackling the formidable task of surgically recovering a live human eye and maintaining its function for vision restoration through organ transplantation.
Argonne researchers highlight breakthroughs in supercomputing and AI at SC24
Argonne National Laboratory researchers to showcase leading-edge work in high performance computing, AI and more at SC24 international conference.
Argonne to help drive AI revolution in astronomy with new institute led by Northwestern University
A group of institutions, including Argonne National Laboratory, received a $20 million grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation and Simons Foundation to establish an AI and astronomy institute called the NSF-Simons AI Institute for the Sky (SkAI).
Scientists prepare for the most ambitious sky survey yet, anticipating new insight on dark matter and dark energy
Argonne scientists are contributing to the success of the Legacy Survey of Space and Time through advanced simulation, analysis and collaborative partnership.
Everything you always wanted to know about large language models for science (but were afraid to ask)
Large language models are changing the way that people create and communicate, but they can also change the way we do science. Researchers from Argonne National Laboratory hope to demystify these tools and share how they’re shaping future research.
Argonne receives funding for artificial intelligence in scientific research
Argonne National Laboratory receives funding from the U.S. Department of Energy for two AI projects that aim to develop privacy-preserving and energy-efficient AI technologies, pushing the boundaries of scientific research and safeguarding sensitive data.
A new era of research comes into focus
As the upgrade of the Advanced Photon Source nears completion at Argonne National Laboratory, scientists anticipate the experimental possibilities.
Four Argonne scientists receive 2024 DOE Early Career Research Awards
As winners of the 2024 U.S. Department of Energy’s Early Career Research Program, four scientists from Argonne National Laboratory are each receiving an award of $550,000 a year for five years to help them answer complex questions.
Assorted, distinctive behavior of molten uranium salt revealed by neutrons
Researchers have documented for the first time the unique chemistry dynamics and structure of high-temperature liquid uranium trichloride salt, a potential nuclear fuel source for next-generation reactors.
Argonne’s AI Testbed gives researchers access to cutting-edge AI systems for science
The Argonne Leadership Computing Facility’s AI Testbed is a growing collection of some of the world’s most advanced AI accelerators available for open science.
Scientists develop new artificial intelligence method to create material ‘fingerprints’
Researchers at the Advanced Photon Source and Center for Nanoscale Materials of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory have developed a new technique that pairs artificial intelligence and X-ray science.
Argonne develops new kind of AI model for weather prediction
Argonne environmental and computer scientists have developed a new kind of model, called a foundation model, to predict weather and eventually climate.
A fresh set of eyes on next-generation nuclear reactors
Five early and mid-career scientists from Argonne National Laboratory divide and conquer varied challenges to improve nuclear science and technology and help the U.S. meet its future energy goals.
Aurora supercomputer heralds a new era of scientific innovation
Argonne’s Aurora supercomputer represents a leap forward in scientific research. Offering unprecedented speed and power, advanced hardware, and AI capabilities, Aurora ushers in a new era of supercomputing to revolutionize the way scientists conduct research and achieve breakthroughs.
Argonne’s Aurora supercomputer breaks exascale barrier
Argonne’s Aurora system has officially entered the exascale era with its latest submission to the Top500 list of the world’s most powerful supercomputers.
Argonne and RIKEN sign a memorandum of understanding in support of AI for science
Argonne National Laboratory and RIKEN, leaders in high performance computing in the U.S. and Japan, have established a cooperative relationship in support of artificial intelligence computing projects.
Scientists pioneer autonomous robotic method for studying liquids suspended in air
Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory have used robots and artificial intelligence to dramatically speed up data collection and analysis in X-ray studies of liquids.
How Scientists Are Accelerating Chemistry Discoveries With Automation
Researchers have developed an automated workflow that could accelerate the discovery of new pharmaceutical drugs and other useful products. The new approach could enable real-time reaction analysis and identify new chemical-reaction products much faster than current laboratory methods.
MD Anderson’s Institute for Data Science in Oncology announces appointment of inaugural IDSO Affiliates
MD Anderson’s Institute for Data Science in Oncology today announced the appointment of its inaugural cohort of 33 IDSO Affiliates, who bring diverse expertise to advance the work of the institute and foster the data science ecosystem at MD Anderson.
Argonne scientists use AI to identify new materials for carbon capture
Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory have used new generative AI techniques to propose new metal-organic framework materials that could offer enhanced abilities to capture carbon
Argonne training program alumni find success in extreme-scale computing
Past attendees of the annual Argonne Training Program on Extreme-Scale Computing are thriving in careers across the field of high performance computing.
Results from South Pole Telescope’s new camera emerge
A newly published study led by researchers from Argonne National Laboratory details early measurements from a new camera at the South Pole Telescope.
American nuclear power plants are among the most secure in the world — what if they could be less expensive, too?
Argonne collaborates with Purdue University on new research aimed at lowering the cost of developing small nuclear reactors.
Argonne researchers to present cutting-edge work at SC23 conference
Argonne scientists recognized for use of exascale computing tools to achieve high-fidelity simulations of advanced nuclear reactor systems and high-resolution simulations that reduce uncertainty in climate model predictions.
A revolution in the making
Argonne National Laboratory is shaping Industry 4.0 with groundbreaking research into advanced ways of making things more effective, efficient and economical, using the most cutting-edge materials and processes, with the lowest possible environmental impact.
Using artificial intelligence, Argonne scientists develop self-driving microscopy technique
Argonne researchers have tapped into the power of AI to create a new form of autonomous microscopy.
Mount Sinai Announces Partnership With the Chiba Institute of Technology in Japan Focusing on Artificial Intelligence to Transform Cardiovascular Research
Agreement aims to help make clinical trials more efficient and lead to faster advances in patient care
What is quantum squeezing?
Scientists exploit a property of quantum physics to make ultraprecise sensors and measurements.
Autonomous discovery defines the next era of science
Argonne National Laboratory is reimagining the lab spaces and scientific careers of the future by harnessing the power of robotics, artificial intelligence and machine learning in the quest for new knowledge.
Department of Energy grant supports inclusive high energy physics research
Argonne National Laboratory and the Missouri University of Science and Technology have been awarded funding for a program that aims to generate insights about the universe while expanding diversity in the high energy physics field.
Argonne researchers receive funding to build research capacity at historically underrepresented institutions
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $37 million in funding for 52 projects to 44 institutions which include Argonne projects. The funding will help build research capacity, infrastructure and expertise at institutions historically underrepresented.
Midwest Integrated Center for Computational Materials renewed by U.S. Department of Energy
The U.S. Department of Energy has renewed the Midwest Integrated Center for Computational Materials. Its mission is to apply theoretical methods and software to the understanding, simulation and prediction of material properties at the atomic scale.
Researchers use Argonne X-rays to find the best antibodies
Antibody therapies are only effective if the antibodies do what we want them to do. This research can help scientists determine if an antibody is likely to stick to something other than the intended target, which should lessen the amount of time wasted with overly sticky antibodies.
Chicago State University to serve as ‘scientific supersite’ to study climate change impact
Argonne and Chicago State University deployed instruments at the Chicago State University Campus to measure Chicago’s changing climate. These sensors are among the first for the Argonne-led Urban Integrated Field Laboratory called Community Research on Climate and Urban Science (CROCUS).
5 ways Argonne entangled with Ant-Man to get people to geek out about quantum science
Whether Ant-Man is shrinking between atoms or communicating through entangled particles, his true superpower is his ability to excite people about quantum science. Argonne assembled experts to spread the word about the real science of the quantum realm.
New tools to combat Chicago’s changing climate
Argonne and Northeastern Illinois University launched instruments to measure Chicago’s changing climate. These sensors are the first for the Argonne-led Urban Integrated Field Laboratory called Community Research on Climate and Urban Science (CROCUS).
Argonne aids in the fight against one of the world’s most ubiquitous human viruses
With the help of Argonne National Laboratory, Epstein-Barr Virus researchers identified a viral protein as a target for antiviral and vaccine development, as well as an antibody that might benefit the immunocompromised.
Projects to fight biological threats receive $5 million in federal funding
To help computer models better mimic reality, Argonne National Laboratory and Sandia National Laboratories will collaborate on agent-based modeling projects.
Two new papers demonstrate use of Outbreak.info as one-stop online source for COVID data
While COVID-19 may be transitioning from a “pandemic” to an “endemic” phase, it remains critically important to continue tracking the virus in real-time.
Argonne training program introduces AI for science to a new crowd
The Intro to AI-Driven Science on Supercomputers training series gives students hands-on experience using the Lab’s high performance computing resources.
Argonne to work with nuclear companies in 3 projects funded by the Department of Energy
Argonne National Laboratory will be partnering with three companies as part of a voucher program provided by the Gateway for Accelerated Innovation in Nuclear program of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Nuclear Energy.
To know where the birds are going, researchers turn to citizen science and machine learning
Computer scientists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, in collaboration with biologists at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, recently announced in the journal Methods in Ecology and Evolution a new, predictive model that is capable of accurately forecasting where a migratory bird will go next—one of the most difficult tasks in biology.
Argonne’s Sibendu Som named American Society of Mechanical Engineers Fellow
Sibendu Som, whose work focuses on high-fidelity simulations of power generation and propulsion systems, has been designated a fellow by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Argonne Distinguished Fellow Linda Young to receive honorary doctorate
Linda Young, an Argonne Distinguished Fellow in the Chemical Sciences and Engineering division will receive an honorary doctorate from Uppsala University in Sweden on Jan. 27.
Q&A with Madhurima Vardhan, Argonne’s Margaret Butler Fellow
As the latest recipient of the Argonne Leadership Computing Facility’s Margaret Butler Fellowship, Madhurima Vardhan will use Argonne’s supercomputing and AI to advance biomedical research.
ComEd report shows how science and supercomputers help utilities adapt to climate change
Shifting climates are causing utility companies to take a closer look at the current and future power needs of their customers. Northern Illinois’ ComEd and Argonne National Laboratory used science to glimpse the future.
Data4All workshops demonstrate rich potential of data science to high school students
Through the Data4All High School Bridge workshop, high school students are learning invaluable lessons about data science and taking their first step towards data-focused STEM learning in college and beyond.
A year in review: Argonne’s breakthroughs in 2022
Argonne researchers put their stamp on 2022 with accomplishments as varied as quantum science, wearable medical sensors, and climate change resilience and recovery.