Research Overview
Advancing computational science through interdisciplinary research
Research Areas
Our center focuses on cutting-edge computational research across multiple disciplines, leveraging high-performance computing to solve complex scientific problems.
Astrophysics / Cosmology
Cosmological parameters, dark energy, dark matter, galaxy formation theory, and large-scale structure simulations.
Theoretical & Computational Biophysics
Biomolecular dynamics, RNA & protein folding, molecular motors, and single molecule force spectroscopy.
Condensed Matter Physics
Strongly correlated systems, quantum many-body physics, quantum Monte Carlo, and dynamical mean-field theory.
Materials Sciences
First-principles calculations, computational materials design, and novel material property predictions.
Protein Folding / Bioinformatics
Protein structure prediction, molecular replacement, NMR structure determination, and protein-ligand docking.
Quantum Computation
Quantum algorithms, qubit systems, quantum Fourier transform, and exponential speedup applications.
Statistical Physics
Nonequilibrium statistical physics, complex spatio-temporal patterns, and nanoscale fluctuation phenomena.
Our Mission
The Center for Advanced Computation (CAC) at KIAS is dedicated to advancing scientific discovery through computational methods. Our researchers utilize state-of-the-art supercomputing facilities to tackle fundamental questions in physics, chemistry, biology, and materials science. By combining theoretical insights with powerful numerical simulations, we push the boundaries of human knowledge and develop predictive models for complex systems.