About LITCOMP-AI

The Computing and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (LITCOMP-IA) at the Brazilian Center for Physics Research (CBPF) is dedicated to research and technological development at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing. With a multidisciplinary team, the laboratory applies AI to solve complex problems in various scientific and technological fields.

The CBPF team has extensive experience in developing AI algorithms, particularly for issues in astrophysics, cosmology, geophysics, and petrophysics. At CBPF, AI is an essential tool for identifying phenomena such as gravitational lenses and characterizing reservoirs, estimating physical properties like permeability and absolute porosity with greater precision for the Oil and Gas industry. In February 2020, the CBPF AI team won an international challenge to identify gravitational lensing systems in simulated images, proposed by an astrophysics group from the University of Bologna, Italy.

CBPF Team Wins International Gravitational Lensing Challenge.
Equipe do LITCOMP-IA.

From left to right: Patrick, Marcelo, Martín, Paulo, Clécio, Pedro, Manuel, Marcos e Luciana

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Team Members:

  • Dr. Márcio Portes de Albuquerque / CBPF
  • Denise Coutinho de Alcântara Costa / CBPF
  • Paulo José Russano / CBPF
  • Sandro Luiz Pereira da Silva / CBPF
  • Pedro Miguel Russano / CBPF
  • Marcos Vinicius Costa e Silva / CBPF
  • Thais Mendonça / CBPF
  • Gustavo Cabral / CBPF
  • Gabriel Rosa / CBPF
  • Rayan Thadeu C. M. Barbosa / Bolsista PCI do CBPF
  • Rômulo Rodrigues de Oliveira / Bolsista PCI do CBPF
  • Dr. Jorge Luis Gonzalez Alfonso / Colaborador Prof. UFES
  • Luciana Olivia Dias / FACC/CBPF
  • Matheus Klatt / FACC/CBPF
  • DSc. Bernardo M. Oliveira Fraga / FACC/CBPF
  • Gabriel Teixeira / FACC/CBPF
  • Juan Carlos Rodriguez Ramirez / Projeto FAPERJ
  • Dr. Luidhy Santana / FACC - Projeto FINEP
  • Felipe D'Arc / FACC - Projeto FINEP
  • Ana Clara Ramos / FACC - Projeto FINEP
  • Genildo Santos / IFRJ

Coordination

COTEC - Technological Development Coordination

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Mission and Vision

LITCOMP-AI aims to advance the state of the art in AI and computing, applying these technologies in scientific research and technological innovation. The laboratory aspires to be an internationally recognized leader in AI research, contributing to scientific and technological progress.

Focus Areas

Our focus is on the development and application of AI algorithms to solve problems across a wide range of scientific fields, including astrophysics, petrophysics, geophysics, new materials, energy, biology, etc. We use AI to process and analyze large volumes of data from experiments and observations, facilitating discoveries in quantum mechanics and optimizing exploration in the oil and gas industry. Additionally, we employ AI in the modeling and simulation of complex systems, accelerating research in cosmology and particle physics. Our laboratory is also committed to projects aimed at energy efficiency and sustainability, including the implementation of green energy solutions.

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Collaborations

LITCOMP-AI collaborates with academic institutions, research centers, and the industry. Among its strategic partnerships, Petrobras and the Foundation for the Support of Development in Scientific Computing (FACC) stand out, in addition to projects funded by FAPERJ and FINEP. These collaborations expand the impact of the laboratory's research.

Commitment to Excellence

Committed to excellence, we work to develop innovative solutions that meet the challenges of contemporary society, promoting significant advances in science and technology.

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