Argonne National Laboratory

Supercomputers, distinguished from ordinary computers by their ability to process vast amounts of data, are instrumental in solving complex scientific problems. They consist of interconnected nodes and require extensive infrastructure and expertise for operation, exemplified by facilities like the Argonne National Laboratory, which uses its supercomputers for groundbreaking research.What Is Supercomputing?There are computers. And then there are supercomputers.Most personal and work computers are powerful enough to perform…

Stanford University’s research team has made a significant breakthrough in quantum technology by improving niobium-based qubits to match leading alternatives. This advancement highlights niobium’s potential to operate at higher temperatures and wider ranges, opening new possibilities for quantum computing. Credit: SciTechDaily.comExpanding possibilities for superconducting qubits.For years, niobium was considered an underperformer when it came to superconducting qubits. Now scientists supported by Q-NEXT have found a way…

The South Pole Telescope’s camera received an upgrade in 2017. An analysis of initial observation data was just published in the journal Physical Review D. Credit: Brad Benson/University of Chicago.Gravitational lensing maps from initial data promise even more detail.Argonne is part of a multi-institutional effort to survey the sky for clues about the origins and nature of our universe.For more than five years, scientists at the South Pole Telescope in Antarctica have been observing the sky with an upgraded camera. The…

Scientific visualization of the AI-guided assembly of a novel metal-organic framework with high carbon dioxide adsorption capacity and synthesizable linkers. Building blocks, predicted by generative AI, are shown on the left, while the final AI-predicted structure is shown on the right. Credit: Xiaoli Yan/University of Illinois Chicago and the ALCF Visualization & Data Analytics TeamMetal-organic framework (MOF) materials can be used in many different applications, from catalysts to energy converters.Generative AI…

Argonne National Laboratory’s investigation into “soft-shorts” in solid-state batteries offers vital information and tools for enhancing electric vehicle battery reliability and design, marking a significant advancement in battery research. Credit: SciTechDaily.comResearchers at Argonne have conducted a comprehensive study of soft shorts, a phenomenon that is an early step toward permanent failure in a battery.An Argonne team developing materials for solid-state batteries took an unexpected detour to investigate tiny…

A recent study has introduced a potent combination of diamond and lithium niobate for quantum technologies, achieving a remarkable 92% light transmission efficiency. This advancement promises to enhance the development of quantum computing and communication networks.Diamond and lithium niobate are combined to serve as a core component for future quantum technologiesDiamond and lithium niobate are often touted as high-performance quantum materials. Now, in a result supported by the Q-NEXT center, scientists have combined…

Recent research has revealed that mice and primates, despite their differing lifespans, develop brain synapses at the same rate. This surprising discovery challenges previous assumptions in neuroscience about aging and disease, and it opens new avenues for understanding human brain development and improving neurological disorder treatments.Recent research indicates that mouse and primate brains mature at a similar rate.A study by Argonne National Laboratory finds that both short-lived mice and longer-living primates…

A team of physicists has discovered a new superconducting material with unique tunability for external stimuli, promising advancements in energy-efficient computing and quantum technology. This breakthrough, achieved through advanced research techniques, enables unprecedented control over superconducting properties, potentially revolutionizing large-scale industrial applications.Material has potential applications in superconducting circuits for the next generation of industrial electronics.Researchers used the Advanced…

Advancements in quantum networking have been made by stretching diamond films, enabling quantum bits to function more effectively and with less expense, marking a significant step towards practical quantum networks. Breakthrough by Argonne, UChicago researchers could help pave way for quantum infrastructure. In work supported by the Q-NEXT quantum research center, scientists ​“stretch” thin films of diamond to create more cost-effective and controllable qubits. A future quantum network may become less of a stretch thanks…

The essence of the very concept of “artificial intelligence” is inherently cold. Cool metal encasing a mess of silicon and wires buzzing with processed data. No, the computer cannot “feel” or even “think,” but that sense of emotional scarcity often gets attributed to the scientists and researchers who helped create…Read more... The essence of the very concept of “artificial intelligence” is inherently cold. Cool metal encasing a mess of silicon and wires buzzing with processed data. No, the computer cannot “feel” or…