During the ISC conference taking place this week in Hamburg, NVIDIA unveiled innovative software aimed at accelerating artificial intelligence applications in scientific research. The newly introduced DAQIRI library and ALCHEMI NIM software are designed to enhance processes in various fields, including chemistry, materials discovery, and even the exploration of dark matter. By leveraging advanced AI capabilities, NVIDIA seeks to empower researchers and scientists to achieve breakthroughs more efficiently, addressing the growing demand for faster and more effective scientific solutions.
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Original from NvidiaNews: From Materials Simulation to Experimental Astronomy, New NVIDIA AI Software Unlocks Scientific Discoveries
From Materials Simulation to Experimental Astronomy, New NVIDIA AI Software Unlocks Scientific Discoveries
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BioRobotics Laboratory, Korea University of Technology and Education
Korea, Republic of (South)
South Korean university research laboratory focusing on haptics, exoskeletons, rehabilitation robotics, and autonomous ground vehicles.
McMaster Manufacturing Research Institute
Canada
Hamilton, Ontario applied manufacturing research center at McMaster University; runs a 21,000 sq ft facility with seven research labs.
Robotics Education & Competition Foundation
United States
The REC Foundation is a US nonprofit that runs VEX-based robotics and drone competitions reaching 1.1 million students across 70 countries.
Ortelio Ltd
United Kingdom
Ortelio Ltd is a UK cloud robotics research company founded in 2011 that develops AI platforms giving robots intelligence for service and healthcare tasks.
Parata Systems
United States
Durham, North Carolina pharmacy automation maker acquired by BD in 2022; builds robotic vial-filling and packaging systems.
Pensa Systems
United States
Austin-based AI retail shelf platform using autonomous drones and CV to detect stockouts; customers include J&J, AB InBev, and Circle K.
Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) 工業技術研究院
Taiwan
Hsinchu County, Taiwan applied-technology research institute founded 1973; over 6,500 staff developing autonomous mobile robots and AI perception systems.
Korea Aerospace Research Institute
Korea, Republic of (South)
Daejeon, South Korea national aerospace research institute founded 1989; develops the NURI orbital launch vehicle, KOMPSAT satellites, and lunar probes.
MBARI (Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute)
United States
Moss Landing, California ocean research institute founded 1987 by David Packard; builds ROVs and long-range AUVs for deep-sea exploration.
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