Computational Science and Innovation

Abstract

Abstract. Simulations -utilizing computers to solve complicated science and engineering problems -are a key ingredient of modern science. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is a world leader in the development of high-performance computing (HPC), the development of applied math and algorithms that utilize the full potential of HPC platforms, and the application of computing to science and engineering problems. An interesting general question is whether the DOE can strategically utilize its capability in simulations to advance innovation more broadly. In this article, I will argue that this is certainly possible.

Frontiers in strain-engineered multifunctional ferroic materials

“…Current memory technologies operate approximately in the few picoJoule/bit regime of energy consumption. [132] Approaching the fundamental "Landauer limit" (kT[ln 2]) poses several fundamental and materials challenges. [133] As an intermediate step, the goal is to create logic and memory that can operate with an energy consumption of the order of attojoules per logic or memory operation.…”