Gateways 2024 Keynote Jeanette Sperhac: Gateways and AI - A Blueprint for Exploration

Abstract: Science gateways have long facilitated research, by providing platforms for collaboration and resource sharing, and simplifying the complexities associated with using advanced computing resources. Recent advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have motivated a reevaluation of how AI methods can revolutionize research computing in areas such as accessibility, resource allocation, and workflow management. Mindful of important technological developments that inform the future path of research computing, the NSF Center of Excellence for Science Gateways (SGX3) has started a new strategic initiative called a Blueprint Factory intended to chart the future of science gateways in an AI-driven ecosystem. Blueprint Factories are intensive endeavors that aim to identify the technical capabilities that future science gateways must offer to support research needs. This talk will introduce and explore the Blueprint Factory concept and the ongoing findings of this new initiative envisioning the future of AI in science gateways.
Speaker Bio: Jeanette Sperhac is a Senior Research Software Engineer with the Science Gateways Center of Excellence (SGX3) at San Diego Supercomputer Center. Sperhac has extensive experience supporting science gateway communities, including nanoHUB and science gateways using the Hubzero Platform. Sperhac works closely with science gateway teams to provide enhanced metric, search capabilities, and leading inquiries into integrating gateways with AI functionality. Read more about the SGX3 Blueprint Factories and the AI Blueprint Factory.