D for scientific computing

[Alan]

I saw an old thread from 2004 while doing a google search that 
discussed D and scientific computing and was looking for some 
more recent information or opinions from people who have used it 
for such purposes.

I am a graduate student and my thesis work is in numerical 
modeling. While I have some experience using Fortran and C, I am 
not obligated to use any particular language for my work. I like 
the design goals behind D and the syntax. I was would like to 
know if D can compete with C or Fortran for numerical work.

Is anyone out there using D for heavy numeric work?