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Paper: Accelerating Scientific Discoveries in the Modern Hardware Landscape
Volume: 527, Astronomical Data Analysis Software and Systems XXIX
Page: 769
Authors: Grange, Y. G.; Oonk, J. B. R.; Dolas, S.; Gunst, A.; Veenboer, B.
Abstract: Astronomy has always been a field with computational challenges. Data sets grow larger and larger, and the number of computations per unit data widely varies, making that traditional CPU-based computing is not always well-fit. This calls for development of algorithms that make use of hardware accelerators. We report on a discussion held at ADASS on the issues with using accelerators in a scientific environment, kick-started by summaries of the experiences we have at our institutes. Even though many participants believed that accelerators solve problems for them, a lack of standardisation is felt to be one of the major issues with using them. In conclusion, accelerators can certainly accelerate scientific discoveries in a collaborative setting.
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