New frontiers for nonequilibrium systems

宇宙是由处于变化状态或对驱动力作出反应的系统组成的。然而，到目前为止，科学家们一直未能从根本上理解这些能够进行预测性设计的非平衡系统。该计划旨在开发开创性的原理和方法，以使用统计物理和分子模拟来预测非平衡系统的性质。值得注意的是，通过开拓新的理论和建设澳大利亚在这一领域的能力，我们将能够理解、控制和利用他们在设计中的独特行为。预期结果和好处是多方面的，包括纳米流体、机器人和电池等高端技术的突破性理论和新能力。

The universe is comprised of systems in states of change or responding to a driving force. Yet a fundamental understanding of these nonequilibrium systems that enables predictive design has eluded scientists to date. This program aims to develop ground-breaking principles and methodologies to predict properties of nonequilibrium systems using both statistical physics and molecular simulations. Significantly, by pioneering new theories and building Australian capacity in this area, we will be able to understand, control and utilise their distinctive behaviour in design. Expected outcomes and benefits are multi-dimensional, including breakthrough theory and new capability for high-end technologies such as nanofluidics, robotics and batteries.