We stand on the edge of a towering precipice, staring down at the wild, uncharted river where AI and high-performance computing converge. Below us, the current surges with breathtaking speed—rapids of innovation, whirlpools of disruption. The world is moving faster than ever, and we can’t just watch from the cliff. To navigate this torrent, we need a skilled crew, a resilient vessel, and the courage to launch. Because once we’re in the water, there’s no turning back.
And so begins a LinkedIn post from seasoned expert Mike Bernhardt. The full post is worth reading because Mike calls out the need for a national imperative to support the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High-Performance Computing (HPC) for the rapid and accurate advancement of scientific discovery in the US.
Historically, federal agencies have contributed significantly to advancing computational capabilities, having a positive impact on the nation. One federal agency in particular, the US Department of Energy (DOE), has provided dedicated leadership and funding to catalyze progress in advanced scientific computing. This long-term investment has led to breakthroughs in fusion energy, materials science, national security, and many other areas of national importance.
The post points out that AI and LLMs represent a new class of software that combines machine learning, encoded knowledge, and probabilistic reasoning in ways that traditional programs cannot. LLMs will play a key role in next-generation scientific, technical, and financial software ecosystems. However, Mike emphasizes, “AI is not self-evolving in any form that will benefit the nation without proper guidance. The contribution of the human workforce is more important than ever.”
He further emphasizes, “government, industry, and academia collaboration in hardware, software, and human assets is paramount to the effective implementation, adoption, and success of future AI and HPC systems.”
For additional points and a comprehensive analysis, visit the LinkedIn post.
Mike Bernhardt
Mike Bernhardt is a seasoned expert in strategic communications, marketing, market relations, and stakeholder engagement, with over 30 years of experience advising organizations at the forefront of high-performance computing and emerging technologies.