Media Coverage of the PERUN Project: SAS President Martin Venhart in Hospodárske noviny – How Will the PERUN Supercomputer Transform Slovakia?

What impact will Slovakia’s new PERUN supercomputer have on science, research, and the country’s future development? What opportunities does it create in the field of artificial intelligence, and why are investments in cutting-edge research infrastructure essential for strengthening Slovakia’s competitiveness?

In the HN Doslova programme, Slovak Academy of Sciences President Martin Venhart addresses these and other key questions. The interview explores the practical applications of high-performance computing, the possibilities enabled by simulations and modelling, the connection between HPC and the development of artificial intelligence, as well as broader perspectives on Slovakia’s future and innovation potential.

In the interview, you will learn:
• how the PERUN supercomputer can be utilised in science and research,
• what role it may play in the development of artificial intelligence,
• why support for high-quality projects is crucial to the country’s development,
• how the vision for Slovakia 2040 is being shaped.

🎥 Watch the full INTERVIEW