Overview
The School of Computer Applications organized an industrial visit to the National PARAM Supercomputing Facility at C-DAC, Pune — a premier hub showcasing India's supercomputing capabilities.
Objectives
- Understand the evolution and significance of supercomputers in India.
- Explore the architecture and operations of leading supercomputers.
- Learn about applications in AI, climate modeling, bioinformatics, and more.
- Gain insights into cybersecurity and infrastructure management in HPC environments.
Highlights
- PARAM Siddhi-AI – GPU-intensive supercomputer for AI, healthcare, and weather forecasting.
- PARAM Rudra – Indigenous supercomputer for climate modeling and simulations.
- PARAM BioInferno – Specialized in bioinformatics for genomics and drug discovery.
- Technical insights on operating systems, infrastructure, and security protocols.
Outcomes
- HPC Understanding: In-depth understanding of GPU-based supercomputing and HPC architecture.
- Cybersecurity Awareness: Awareness of cybersecurity in HPC environments.
- Research Motivation: Motivation to leverage HPC for research and innovation.
Venue: National PARAM Supercomputing Facility, C-DAC, Pune
Agenda: Supercomputing, HPC Architecture, AI Applications, Bioinformatics, Cybersecurity in HPC
