NERSC 50th Anniversary

In 2024, NERSC celebrates its 50th anniversary, commemorating half a century of computational breakthroughs and supercharged science.

Over the course of 2024, the center will present seminars, activities, and special events to mark a half-century of scientific computing excellence. Some highlights include a 50th Anniversary seminar series, scientific visualization art contest for NERSC users, and a special edition of the annual NERSC Users Meeting in Berkeley, CA.

Legacy and Mission Grounded in Science

Founded in 1974 with a retired computer, NERSC has grown into a powerhouse of scientific productivity and high performance computing excellence, including affiliation with six Nobel prizes. We take pride in our unique heritage as we look forward to powering another 50 years of scientific discovery.

»Visit our interactive timeline for more NERSC history.

NERSC 50th Anniversary News