From NVIDIA: 2024-10-08 18:45:00

This summer, scientists at the SETI Institute harnessed AI to analyze faint radio signals from space in real-time, enhancing their search for extraterrestrial life. Their work with accelerated computing and AI may revolutionize astronomy discoveries. The Allen Telescope Array in California plays a key role in their research.

Over a decade in the making, the project began with a machine learning classifier that impressed researchers at Berkeley. Collaborating with NVIDIA engineers, they developed a trial application using the Holoscan platform for real-time data processing, aiming to transform their approach to radio astronomy.

In a successful test, the team used AI to detect fast radio bursts in data gathered from the Crab Nebula, achieving unprecedented speeds and data analysis capabilities. This breakthrough technology allows astronomers to process and analyze all telescope data in real-time, unlocking new possibilities for discovery.

The team plans to expand the use of their pilot software to all radio telescopes in their network and collaborate with astronomers worldwide. Their goal is to share this transformative technology with international observatories, enabling researchers to detect a wider range of signals from space and accelerate scientific discoveries.

Collaboration with NVIDIA has been instrumental in advancing AI capabilities for radio astronomy. By leveraging the Holoscan platform, the SETI Institute aims to engage a broader developer community and explore new possibilities for using AI technology in other scientific fields. This partnership exemplifies the value of cross-disciplinary collaboration in driving technological advancements for the benefit of all.



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