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NERSC @nersc.bsky.social · Aug 21

Want to use NERSC resources next year? The CFP for the 2026 Energy Research Computing Allocations Process (ERCAP) is now open through October 6! All first-time and continuing PIs should apply.

Need help preparing? Come to virtual office hours!

Learn more and apply: bit.ly/ERCAP26

NERSC Issues 2026 Allocation Year Call for Proposals - NERSC: National Energy Research Scientific Computing Center

The National Energy Research Scientific Computing Center (NERSC), a U. S.

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NERSC @nersc.bsky.social · Jun 3

NERSC's Doudna system will seamlessly integrate simulation, data analysis, and AI-driven discovery, presenting new capabilities & challenges for science teams. NESAP can help! Optimize and accelerate your codes and workflows with help from NERSC and HPC vendors. Apply by July 9:

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NERSC Science Acceleration Program for Doudna Calls for Proposals - NERSC: National Energy Research Scientific Computing Center

The National Energy Research Scientific Computing (NERSC) Center is inviting users to apply to the NERSC Science Acceleration Program (NESAP), an opportunity to shape the future of computational scien...

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NERSC @nersc.bsky.social · May 14

Soon, this RNA structure prediction tool, pioneered at @berkeleylab.lbl.gov, will be paired with NERSC systems to bring the power of HPC to scientists studying the role of non-coding RNA in the body:

Berkeley Lab @berkeleylab.lbl.gov · May 13

RNA isn’t just a genetic messenger—it also folds into complex shapes to drive vital biological processes. @biosci.lbl.gov scientists are helping reveal how these molecules function with a powerful new RNA structure prediction tool, now available to the research community at the @als.lbl.gov. 🧪

From Sequence to Structure: A Fast Track for RNA Modeling

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Berkeley Lab @berkeleylab.lbl.gov · May 1

#AI is reshaping how research gets done – and we are leading the charge in deploying these tools to accelerate science.

From robotic labs and AI-optimized beams to real-time data analysis we’re building the future of discovery.

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Accelerating Discovery with AI and Automation at Berkeley Lab

At Berkeley Lab, we’re accelerating the pace of science. Our teams and facilities are powering a new era of discovery, combining artificial intelligence, automation,…

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Berkeley Lab @berkeleylab.lbl.gov · May 6

DYK our researchers work directly with chipmakers and universities to develop new technologies for smaller, faster, more efficient #microelectronics?

Discover six ways Berkeley Lab is advancing microchips 📱 💻 ✨ of the future!

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Compute This: 6 Ways Berkeley Lab Is Shaping the Future of Microelectronics - Berkeley Lab

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Richard Gerber @gerberrichard.bsky.social · Apr 28

Science @nersc.bsky.social : scitechdaily.com/cosmic-ct-sc...

Cosmic CT Scan Uncovers a Surprising Twist in the Universe’s Evolution

Over billions of years, the universe has transformed from a simpler state into an intricate cosmic web, but new research hints that the growth of cosmic structures may not have unfolded exactly as pre...

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Richard Gerber @gerberrichard.bsky.social · Dec 4

Science @nersc.bsky.social : Undocumented orphaned wells pose hazards to both the environment and the climate. Scientists are building modern tools to help locate, assess, and pave the way for ultimately plugging these forgotten relics. newscenter.lbl.gov/2024/12/04/a...

AI Helps Researchers Dig Through Old Maps to Find Lost Oil and Gas Wells

Undocumented orphaned wells pose hazards to both the environment and the climate. Scientists are building modern tools to help locate, assess, and pave the way for ultimately plugging these forgotten ...

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NERSC @nersc.bsky.social · Nov 21

🏆 Congrats to the team behind the project "Breaking the Million-Electron and 1 EFLOP/s Barriers: Biomolecular-Scale Ab Initio Molecular Dynamics Using MP2 Potentials" for winning the prestigious Gordon Bell Prize at #SC24!
@nersc.bsky.social is proud to have supported this exciting work.

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NERSC @nersc.bsky.social · Nov 21

At #SC24 and interested in next-gen scientific breakthroughs? Today at 11:30 at U.S. DOE booth (#3401), don't miss Debbie Bard’s talk on Integrated Research Infrastructure, a powerful network of labs, HPC resources, and data-sharing platforms that's already accelerating science. See you there!

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NERSC @nersc.bsky.social · Nov 21

Another great day at #SC24! Researchers and engineers from @berkeleylab.bsky.social , NERSC, and @esnet.bsky.social are showcasing innovations, connecting with the HPC community, and exploring the future of computing. It’s inspiring to see so many brilliant minds collaborating for science and tech!

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NERSC @nersc.bsky.social · Nov 20

#SC24 is off to an exciting start! @nersc.bsky.social folks are making connections, sharing groundbreaking insights, and showcasing cutting-edge research.

Check out @berkeleylab.bsky.social's full schedule of workshops, panel discussions, and poster presentations here: bit.ly/SC24_LBNL

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