Research Computing

ITS Research Computing is a relatively new Department with the goal of providing URI researchers access to cutting-edge computing equipment (HPC/AI/Data/Quantum), software and offering hands-on training, support and consultancy to enable computational research.

Other Related Resources

Here are some services offered by various other URI departments and organizations, which often are relevant to researchers:

• URI Library AI Guide: Resources related to AI use, tools, etc. for faculty/staff are maintained by the URI Library.
• URI VPN Service: This is often needed for accessing some servers and services from off-campus and abroad. If you’re planning to travel abroad and need this service, it’s especially important to set this up ahead of time, before you leave — it’s quite difficult to set up while abroad.
• Consultation on related IT services (VPN, security, secure data transfers, SSL certificates, etc.)
• Safari (O’Reilly) Online Books and Videos: A great collection of technical reference books and some training videos on a wide variety of technical topics — e.g. programming, data science, artificial intelligence, etc.  The URI Library has acquired access for anyone with a URI email address.
• URI ITS Training Courses: Periodically offered introductory courses covering a wide range of topics, including the Google Suite, draw.io, Excel, Video management and caption, and more!

Contact Us

Email us at itrcs-group@uri.edu with questions, comments, suggestions — anything!

Our Team

Borano Llana

AI Lab Student Facilitator

borano.llana@uri.edu

Cecile Cres

Computational Scientist, AI/ML

cecile_cres@uri.edu

Christian Vye

Advanced Application Specialist

401.874.2966
christianvye@uri.edu

Farhang Naderi

Student HPC Facilitator -- GSO

farhang.naderi@uri.edu

Gaurav Khanna

AVP for Research Computing & Director for Institute for AI & Computational Research

401.874.2058
gkhanna@uri.edu

Indrani Mandal

AI Lab -- Education and Outreach

indrani_mandal@uri.edu

Joan Peckham

Strategic Advisor

jpeckham@uri.edu

Kevin Bryan

Manager, High Performance Computing

401.874.5528
bryank@uri.edu

Leann Biancani

Student Computational Biology Facilitator

Biancani@uri.edu

Michael Puerrer

Computational Scientist

mpuerrer@uri.edu

Nikola Bukowiecka

Student Physical Sciences Facilitator

nikola.bukowiecka@uri.edu

Shaghayegh ‘Shay’ Sahraei Joubani

Student Statistical Consultant and Trainer

401.874.2815
s.sahraei@uri.edu

News

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  AI at URI: Highlights in education and research
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  MGHPCC to Showcase Regional Computing and AI Research at SC26
  MGHPCC will bring more than 75 computationally intensive research projects and a virtual showcase of regional HPC and AI resources to SC26 this November.
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  URI to Launch New Interdisciplinary and Applied AI Major
  A new bachelor’s degree will combine responsible AI, interdisciplinary teamwork, and hands-on experience, with a soft launch in spring 2027 and full rollout in fall 2027.
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  URI AI Retreat: AI and Advanced Computing in Research
  Faculty and graduate researchers from every discipline are invited to the URI AI Retreat on November 6 at the Mosby Center to connect, exchange ideas, and explore AI and advanced computing in research.
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  URI Releases 2026 AI Task Force Report and Campus AI Resources
  URI’s new 2026 AI Task Force report highlights progress and recommendations for thoughtful, responsible AI across teaching, research, and University operations, with links to campus guidance, workshops, and research support.