New Horizons at the Interface Between Computational Astrophysics and Big Data

Abstract

[Abstract] With the advance of ‘Big Data’ large-scale surveys and similarly record-breaking simulations, the traditional divisions between computational astrophysics and observational astronomy are eroding. In the era of exascale computing, what new science and perspectives will the marriage of simulations and big data bring? And how do we prepare for it, lay the groundwork for bringing innovation both in hardware infrastructure and software while engaging with the community at large? What are the challenges and the opportunities that arise at the interface between simulations and big data? These are the timely questions addressed in this focus meeting.