ITS Research Computing continues to play a vital role in supporting Rhode Island’s coastal communities through powerful, research-driven tools. Recent state funding will ensure the continued operation of three critical programs at URI:
- CHAMP (Coastal Hazard Analysis Modeling Program)
- StormTools (Coastal flooding visualization and planning tools)
- MyCoast (A public platform for sharing storm and tide impacts)
These programs are essential for improving coastal resilience and emergency preparedness. CHAMP, in particular, relies heavily on ITS Research Computing’s infrastructure and services to deliver accurate, high-performance modeling and data processing.
This funding reflects URI’s leadership in applying computational research to real-world challenges—and highlights the value of strong infrastructure support for impactful science.