Danish Centre for AI Innovation (DCAI)

Application call is open?? Conference: AI4Quantum ? Conference dates: 24th – 28th of March, 2025 ? Where: Favrholm Campus, Hiller?d, Denmark ? Application deadline: 31st of December, 2024 Registration fee, accommodation and local costs for all approved applicants are covered by the Novo Nordisk Foundation. Only travel expenses to and from the conference venue will be at your own expense. Find out more about the conference including topics covered, confirmed speakers, and the application link: https://lnkd.in/eTPQfJbd Speakers: Christoph Gorgulla Jeanette Miriam Lorenz, Fraunhofer IKS Kasra Nowrouzi, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Natalia Ares, University of Oxford Tejs Vegge, Technical University of Denmark Victor Batista, Yale University Costin Iancu, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Jeff Grover, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Markus Reiher, ETH Zürich Prineha Narang, University of California Los Angeles Timothy Jenkins, Technical University of Denmark Felix Motzoi, Forschungszentrum Jülich Jordi Arbiol, Catalan Institution for Research and Advanced Studies Matthias Scheffler, Max-Planck-Gesellschaft Simon Benjamin, University of Oxford Tonio Buonassisi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Anasua Chatterjee, University of Copenhagen Wim van Dam, Microsoft Scientific Committee: Nadia Carlsten, PhD Elica (Elitsa) Kyoseva Morten Kjaergaard @Gemma Solomon

Gefion ranks 21 on TOP500 list Danish Centre for AI Innovation (DCAI) is proud to share that our AI supercomputer, Gefion, has secured an impressive spot as #21 on the world’s prestigious TOP500 list of the most powerful supercomputers. Launched just three weeks ago with HM King Frederik X of Denmark and Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, in attendance, Gefion’s rapid rise marks a significant milestone for Denmark’s leadership in AI and supercomputing. Comprising 1,528 NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPUs, Gefion is designed for complex AI workloads, enabling groundbreaking research and innovation. ? “Gefion’s ranking as #21 on the TOP500 list is a milestone for us and for Denmark’s global standing in AI and supercomputing,” says Nadia Carlsten, PhD, CEO of DCAI. “This recognition is not only proof of the advanced technology we are able to provide our customers but also reflects our ambitions to drive leading edge scientific research and innovation that was previously not possible.”

Leadership announcement at DCAI ? Danish Centre for AI Innovation (DCAI) is pleased to welcome Ali Syed as Senior Vice President of Infrastructure. Ali will manage the optimisation of our Gefion AI supercomputer, advancing AI innovation across Denmark and beyond. With a strong background in high-performance computing (HPC) and large-scale infrastructure, Ali brings over 20 years of expertise to this role. ? Nadia Carlsten, PhD, CEO of DCAI, says: “Ali’s background in high-performance computing and his track record of leading large-scale, impactful projects make him the ideal choice to lead our infrastructure team. With his leadership, I am confident that DCAI will continue to grow as a powerhouse in AI innovation, setting new standards and enabling groundbreaking research across sectors”. ? Gefion, launched on October 23rd, will soon enter a pilot phase, supporting groundbreaking projects in fields like healthcare, quantum computing, and sustainable energy. ? #DCAI #AI #Supercomputing #infrastructure

What does a state-of-the-art supercomputer look like? ? Gefion, Denmark’s new AI ready supercomputer is here! Learn more about this AI Supercomputer’s journey to completion: What is Gefion made of? Who was involved? And how long did it take to build it? ? Gefion is a state-of-the-art?#NVIDIADGX SuperPOD consisting of 1528 NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPUs, and it is the result of a partnership between The Novo Nordisk Foundation and the EIFO to accelerate #AI driven innovation.

"Imagine developing resilient crops that not only feed populations on depleted soil but also absorb CO2." At this week's inauguration of Gefion, Denmark's new AI supercomputer, we were honoured to be joined by His Majesty King Frederik, who spoke about the remarkable scientific discoveries that Gefion will make possible. Learn more about the Danish Centre for AI Innovation (DCAI) that now owns and will operate Gefion:?https://dcai.dk/ #Gefion #supercomputer

“The era of computer-aided drug discovery must be within this decade. I’m hoping that what the computer did for the technology industry, it will do for digital biology.” At the launch of Denmark’s new supercomputer yesterday, Jensen Huang, Founder and CEO of NVIDIA, sat down for a fireside chat with Nadia Carlsten, PhD, CEO of Danish Centre for AI Innovation (DCAI) to talk about the future of AI-driven research and why NVIDIA has chosen Denmark and supercomputer Gefion as the next step forward in the #AI revolution. Watch the full fireside chat here: https://lnkd.in/drDMkVVT

Wow, what a day! How often do you get to launch an AI Supercomputer? That’s exactly what we did today at the Danish Centre for AI Innovation (DCAI), with a little help from Jensen Huang and H.M King Frederik among many distinguished guests. And we did it in style thanks to the amazing AI art created especially for Gefion by the talented Cecilie Waagner Falkenstr?m It was great to have the support of the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s Mads Krogsgaard Thomsen and EIFO’ Peder Lundquist, along with many from their teams. This is a milestone moment for #Denmark and the global AI community!

Introducing Gefion, Denmark’s new #AI supercomputer. Launched today in Copenhagen and powered by NVIDIA’s cutting edge AI technology, Gefion will accelerate research and innovation in fields such as quantum computing, healthcare and the green transition. Attending the launch was among others NVIDIA Founder and CEO Jensen Huang and H.M. The King of Denmark. Gefion is a state-of-the-art #NVIDIADGX Superpod consisting of 1528 NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPUs, and it is the result of a partnership between The Novo Nordisk Foundation and the Export and Investment Fund of Denmark to accelerate AI driven innovation. Further information can be found in our press release: https://lnkd.in/dK_fwFZX #AI #AIresearch #Supercomputer #HPC #BigData

?? Be part of history: Announcing the first Gefion AI supercomputer competition!? For the first time, the Danish Center for AI Innovation (DCAI) is opening access to its Gefion AI supercomputer – Denmark's most powerful AI resource, powered by NVIDIA technology. During this pilot phase, we are inviting both academic and business users to submit their most ambitious AI projects for a chance to gain early access to this state-of-the-art computing powerhouse! ?? About the pilot competition As part of Gefion’s pilot phase, we are seeking groundbreaking AI use cases that can fully harness the potential of our newly operational AI supercomputer. Selected participants will receive free access for up to 3 months, with the goal of testing and pushing the limits of Gefion's capabilities across a range of innovative applications. ?? Why participate? By joining this pilot competition, you’ll be among the very first users to: Access the Gefion AI supercomputer: Leverage the exceptional computing power of NVIDIA H100 GPUs to accelerate your AI workloads.? Shape the future: Your feedback will help refine and optimize Gefion’s infrastructure, making you a pivotal part of its development.? Gain visibility: Position yourself at the forefront of Denmark’s AI community and showcase your innovative AI solutions. ?? Who should apply? We encourage applications from: Academic researchers: Those with pioneering ideas in fields like machine learning, natural language processing, bioinformatics, climate modelling, etc.? Business innovators: Start-ups and corporations ready to explore the vast potential of AI for their industries, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and beyond.? Highlight Impact in Denmark! In this first pilot, we are especially seeking use cases that highlight Danish-based research and innovation activities.? ?? How to apply Prepare a short proposal: Request the template and submit a proposal outlining your AI project.? Highlight your need for Gefion: Clearly explain why your project is an ideal candidate for the Gefion AI supercomputer’s pilot phase.? Submit your application: Send your proposals by 20 September 2024. ?? Evaluation criteria? Proposals will be reviewed by a panel of experts based on: Innovation and originality? Feasibility and technical merit? Impact and relevance ?? Key dates Submission deadline: 20 September 2024? Winners selected: 21 October 2024?? Pilot access period: Q4 2024 to Q1 2025? For more details on how to submit, see the PDF below or visit our webpage at https://lnkd.in/der7dQgZ.? Not ready to submit a proposal? Register your interest in Gefion by emailing to stay in the loop [email protected]?

Denmark is entering into a collaboration with NVIDIA to establish a national centre for AI innovation that will house one of the world’s most powerful AI supercomputers. The goal is to accelerate research and innovation in fields from healthcare and life sciences to the green transition, supporting the development of innovative solutions to the world’s biggest problems. Find out more about supercomputers and the collaboration in the video below.