MRI: Acquisition of an Eight-Processor Sun 3500 Parallel Computer

Vassar College, Poughkeepsie NY

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Abstract

EIA-0079466 Richards, Bradley Vassar College MRI: Acquisition of an Eight-Processor Sun 3500 Parallel Computer This proposal is to improve the scientific and pedagogical computational capabilities at Vassar College. Also, it is proposed to purchase an eight-processor Sun Enterprise 3500 shared-memory parallel computer with 4 gigabytes of RAM and 72 gigabytes of disk space. This machine will assist research groups focusing on the following problems: (i) parallel computing with the goal of improving the performance of parallel Java programs, (ii) hydrodynamics simulations of stellar interactions, and (iii) simulations to investigate reactions between BaCeO3 and water vapor. In addition to supporting faculty research, the new machine will also be invaluable for fostering and expanding student research and training.