NSF Advances TeraGrid Computing Capacity with $65 Million Grant to Build Kraken

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a $65 million grant to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) to develop Kraken, a state of the art supercomputer. Kraken will enhance the computational power of the TeraGrid, the world's largest, most powerful and comprehensive distributed cyberinfrastructure for open scientific research. "Like the gargantuan sea monsters Kraken, which inspired the naming of this supercomputer, the possibilities in scientific and ... More at http://www.nsf.gov/news/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=111367&govDel=USNSF_51 This is an NSF News item.

New Data Show Strong Labor Market for Scientists and Engineers

Science and engineering workforce availability in the United States is under serious scrutiny by observers who worry about a decline in the nation's ability to fill future demand. However, three newly published National Science Foundation (NSF) reports show increasing supplies of scientists and engineers, as well as a strong labor market. According to NSF data, the number of individuals working in science and engineering (S&E) occupations ... More at http://www.nsf.gov/news/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=111369&govDel=USNSF_51 This is an NSF News item.