The University of Bristol has officially brought Isambard-AI online, positioning it as the most powerful supercomputer in the United Kingdom dedicated to Artificial Intelligence research. Leveraging Nvidia Grace Hopper Superchips, Isambard-AI achieves a staggering 21 exaflops of Artificial Intelligence performance, which not only cements its place as the fastest system in the UK but also ranks it among the global leaders for energy efficiency in high-performance computing.
Isambard-AI is tailored to meet the rapidly escalating demands of Artificial Intelligence breakthroughs and data-driven research in the UK’s academic and industry sectors. The deployment of Nvidia’s advanced Grace Hopper Superchips forms the core of its capability, enabling complex model training and inference tasks at unprecedented speeds. The University of Bristol anticipates that this technology will accelerate breakthroughs across diverse fields, from health sciences to climate modeling, while maintaining a focus on sustainable energy consumption.
This deployment represents a significant step forward for the UK in bolstering its national Artificial Intelligence research infrastructure. The system’s performance and efficiency may play a pivotal role in attracting top research talent and investment, reinforcing the nation’s stance as a technological leader. By hosting Isambard-AI, the University of Bristol is set to facilitate collaborations among researchers, industries, and governmental agencies, fostering innovation and expanding the frontiers of Artificial Intelligence research.
