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December 18, 2013
Handling astronomical data from the world's largest telescope

Once fully operational, the Square Kilometre Array radio telescope could produce data at a rate more than 100 times greater than current global internet traffic. Successful handling of this unparalleled data deluge will be key to the project's ability to find answers to some of the most complex puzzles in astronomy.

December 4, 2013
High-performance computing clears up big bang chemical conundrum

For roughly two decades, scientists have struggled to understand the ratio of lithium isotopes found within the bellies of the oldest stars in the universe. Now, with the aid of high-performance computing, an international group of researchers has put this cosmic problem to rest.

 

 

August 22, 2012
How to grow a universe – just add a supercomputer

Scientists using Harvard's Odyssey high-performance supercomputer have created the most realistic simulation of cosmic evolution to date.