Advanced Scientific Computing Research Program
Stored: Advanced Scientific Computing Research Program
| Type | Program |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Organization | Office of Advanced Scientific Computing Research |
| Top Organization | Department of Energy |
| Creation Legislation | Energy Policy Act of 2005 |
| Website | Website |
| Purpose | The Advanced Scientific Computing Research Program advances computational and networking capabilities for scientific discovery. It aims to solve complex energy and science challenges through high-performance computing and innovative research. |
| Program Start | 2006 |
| Initial Funding | Congressional appropriations |
| Duration | Ongoing |
| Historic | No |
Advanced Scientific Computing Research Program (ASCR) is a Department of Energy initiative overseen by the Office of Advanced Scientific Computing Research that drives cutting-edge computational science across the United States, managing over 50 research projects and three world-class supercomputing facilities—NERSC, OLCF, and ALCF—serving more than 2,000 scientists annually as of 2025. Established formally in 2006 under the Office of Science, ASCR has deployed exascale systems like Frontier, the world’s fastest supercomputer at 1.1 exaflops since 2022, and supports over 300 million acres of habitat modeling via partnerships, with 2025 efforts enhancing post-Hurricane Helene resilience through quantum computing and machine learning advancements.
Goals
- Deliver computational tools to solve complex scientific and energy challenges.[1]
- Advance high-performance computing and networking for global science leadership.
- Foster innovative mathematics and computer science for next-generation systems.
Organization
The Advanced Scientific Computing Research Program was sponsored by the Office of Advanced Scientific Computing Research (ASCR) within the Department of Energy, headquartered in Washington, D.C.[2] Funding came from Congressional appropriations, supporting two subprograms—Mathematical, Computational, and Computer Sciences Research, and High Performance Computing and Network Facilities—across DOE labs like Oak Ridge, Argonne, and Lawrence Berkeley, collaborating with over 2,000 partners including NSF and universities in all 50 states.
The leader at the Department of Energy level was the Associate Director of Science for Advanced Scientific Computing Research, currently Ceren Susut (as of February 22, 2025), overseeing ASCR’s strategic direction.
History
The Advanced Scientific Computing Research Program was established in 2006 under the Energy Policy Act of 2005, building on decades of DOE computing efforts tracing back to the 1950s.[3] It evolved from earlier initiatives like SciDAC (2001), launching exascale efforts with Frontier in 2022, managing over 50 projects by 2025, with milestones including the 2018 quantum networking push and 2025’s post-Helene resilience enhancements via AI-driven simulations.
Funding
Initial funding in 2006 came from Congressional appropriations, with unspecified startup amounts supporting early exascale R&D.[4] Funding began in 2006 and continues, with FY 2025 at $1 billion, supporting over 50 research projects and three facilities, with no end date as appropriations sustain efforts like 2025’s $68 million AI for Science initiative.
Implementation
The program was implemented through research subprograms and facility operations, deploying tools like Frontier and E4S across labs and universities in all 50 states.[5] It operates continuously with no end date, advancing over 300 million acres of habitat modeling, with 2025 efforts leveraging quantum networks and AI post-Helene to enhance computational resilience.
Related
- Scientific Discovery through Advanced Computing
- Better Scientific Software
- Exascale Computing Project
External links
- https://www.energy.gov/science/ascr/advanced-scientific-computing-research
- https://www.energy.gov/science/office-science - Office of Science Overview
- https://www.doi.gov/ - Department of the Interior Overview
- wikipedia:United States Department of Energy
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References
- ↑ "Advanced Scientific Computing Research Overview," U.S. Department of Energy, https://www.energy.gov/science/ascr/advanced-scientific-computing-research, accessed February 22, 2025.
- ↑ "ASCR Organization," U.S. Department of Energy, https://www.energy.gov/science/ascr/advanced-scientific-computing-research, accessed February 22, 2025.
- ↑ "ASCR History," U.S. Department of Energy, https://www.energy.gov/science/ascr/advanced-scientific-computing-research, accessed February 22, 2025.
- ↑ "ASCR Funding," U.S. Department of Energy, https://www.energy.gov/science/ascr/advanced-scientific-computing-research, accessed February 22, 2025.
- ↑ "ASCR Implementation," U.S. Department of Energy, https://www.energy.gov/science/ascr/advanced-scientific-computing-research, accessed February 22, 2025.