supercomputer The Pentagon fires up new exascale biodefence supercomputer The Department of Defense's new machine will be put to work guarding against bio-threats and testing vaccines. Jasper Hamill Aug 19, 2024 - 2 min read A biologist performs experiments in the new Rapid Response Laboratory. (Photo: Garry McLeod/LLNL). Get the full story: Subscribe for free Get the story, a weekly newsletter (you can turn that off if you want) and support independent journalism. Subscribe today. Subscribe now Already a member? Sign in