Jülich Summer Academy

International Conference on Neuromorphic Computing and Engineering

Do you know about neuromorphic computing? This innovative computing concept uses the functioning of the brain as a model. “Neuromorphic” means:

learning from the brain to build AI chips
building computers that simulate the brain
connecting nerve cells to electronic circuits or reconstructing neurons with their synapses in electronics

The aim with neuromorphic systems is to achieve a low energy consumption. Our brain needs 20 watts, whereas a single high-performance graphics processor consumes up to 1000 watts.

Want to know more about these neuro-inspired computing architectures and methods that combine computer science, AI, neuroscience, electrical engineering, and information technology? Perhaps you might find a future field of work or a topic for your master’s thesis or doctoral project?

We are offering you a unique opportunity. An international conference will be taking place in Aachen (Eurogress) from 3-6 June 2024:

The International Conference on Neuromorphic Computing and Engineering

Join us on 3 June at 17:45 (admission from 17:30) for the panel discussion entitled “Breaking Silos, Crossing Borders, Making Waves: Interdisciplinary Challenges and Opportunities” with science journalist Dr. Arndt Reuning (moderator).

You can register here until 15 April: https://apps.fz-juelich.de/rfv/jsa2024/code

Meet the various international experts at ICNCE 2024 in the Eurogress convention centre for an interdisciplinary exchange. Admission to the panel discussion is free. For bachelor’s and master’s students, the entire conference is free on application (a limited number of grants are available). For further details, see: https://www.icnce-2024.de

Location: Aachen Eurogress, Monheimsallee 48, 52062 Aachen

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Experts at Forschungszentrum Jülich

"Interesting research often takes place at the interfaces between disciplines. Neuromorphic computing is the perfect example of this."

Rainer Waser

"Rethinking the entire process is what fascinates me about neuromorphic computing: from the devices to the data flow and the implemented algorithms."

John Paul Strachan

"Nerve cells in the brain as a model for nanoelectronic components - this is the basis for innovative, energy-efficient computer concepts such as neuromorphic computing."

Regina Dittmann

„Future Computing Technologies in Jülich include Hardware, Software, Algorithms for Scalable Simulation as well as Data Science“

FUTURE COMPUTING TECHNOLOGIES IN JÜLICH

Neuromorphic computing

Computers modeled on the human brain, so-called neuromorphic systems, are much more economical than conventional computers.

HPC Technology

Forschungszentrum Jülich drives innovation in the field of high-performance computing (HPC). Jülich experts work with partners to develop solutions for next-generation supercomputers.

Quantum materials

Quantum materials such as semiconductors and superconductors are already used today in lasers, smartphones, and solar cells. Jülich researchers are optimizing existing materials and developing new ones for future technologies such as quantum computers and quantum sensors.

Quantum computers

n the future, quantum computers will solve tasks that are too complex for today’s supercomputers. Jülich covers the entire spectrum of research – from the search for suitable materials to the development of prototypes and applications.

Simulation

Simulations are an important tool on the path to realizing quantum computers. Quantum systems are mimicked on conventional computers with the help of special programs called emulators. Jülich holds a world record in this area.

Infrastructures

Large-scale instruments and facilities are essential for research into quantum technologies. Jülich is home to several infrastructures for research and application.

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Experts at Forschungszentrum Jülich

"Interesting research often takes place at the interfaces between disciplines. Neuromorphic computing is the perfect example of this."

"Rethinking the entire process is what fascinates me about neuromorphic computing: from the devices to the data flow and the implemented algorithms."

"Nerve cells in the brain as a model for nanoelectronic components - this is the basis for innovative, energy-efficient computer concepts such as neuromorphic computing."

„Neuromorphic Computing exploits properties of the biological brain for the design of computer hardware and software.”

"Neuromorphic technologies could fundamentally change AI. Our challenge is to develop the adequate algorithms to realise this potential.“

For us as engineers, neuromorphic computing is the way to shape artificial intelligence energy-efficient by combining most modern technology with inspiration from biology.

“Developing quantum computers is like travelling in a hot air balloon. We are currently in the process of ascending. And we know that the balloon will go somewhere – we just don’t know the exact direction yet.”

“Research in quantum physics always reminds me of playing with Lego as a child. You tinker away until something materializes. There’s a tremendous amount of playful fascination to it."

„As a theoretical physicist, I grappled with some astounding concepts. But I don’t just want to explain the world, I also want to build something. Quantum computing is the ideal field for this.”

“Unlike practitioners, I am not tied to a single piece of lab equipment, technique, or method. Nor am I bound to particular supercomputers or codes, as some other theorists are. All I need to develop ideas is a piece of paper to write on.”

We are developing a technology on a completely new basis that knows no comparison in conventional data processing. It’s this pioneering work that appeals to me, this ‘moon landing’ nature of the research."