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) and offering hands-on training, support and consultancy to enable computational research.

Services & Resources

Multiple HPC clusters (Andromeda, Unity, SeaWulf)
Cloud Computing
High-performance servers, private servers
Statistical Software, Services, and Resources (SAS, SPSS, R, JMP, MATLAB, Geneious, Atlas.ti, Qualtrics, Overleaf)
NIH-STRIDES program
Sample proposal documents (Facilities, DMP, etc.)
University-wide software platforms (e.g. R Studio Server, JupyterHub, etc.)
Training/consultation
Web/database hosting and resources
Data storage platforms at URI

What’s New?

Partnership with the Massachusetts Green HPC Center (MGHPCC)
Distributed research computing support through trained GAs in each College
Complete replacement of older URI HPC clusters
New URI locale on Ask.Ci for URI-specific support and discussion
Overleaf Professional subscription for Faculty and PhD student research use
Campus-wide subscription to JMP Pro
Research Computing Network (RCN)
Quantum computing services
New research center: URI Center for Computational Research

Other Related Resources

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

URI WebEx Service: Host your own online meetings, screen shares, and user support sessions.
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

AI Lab -- Research

hendawi@uri.edu

Advanced Application Specialist

401.874.2966 – christianvye@uri.edu

Student HPC Facilitator -- CELS

cecile_cres@uri.edu

Student Statistical Consultant and Trainer

401.874.2815 – epauley@uri.edu

ML/AI Facilitator

Director of the URI Center for Computational Research & ITS Research Computing

401.874.2058 – gkhanna@uri.edu

AI Lab -- Education and Outreach

indrani_mandal@uri.edu

Strategic Advisor

jpeckham@uri.edu

Student HPC Facilitator -- GSO

joshua_port@uri.edu

Manager, High Performance Computing

401.874.5528 – bryank@uri.edu

Student ML/AI Facilitator

mkekulandara@uri.edu

Computational Scientist

mpuerrer@uri.edu

News

CCR/RC staff Michael Puerrer publishes in Nature journal!
Machine-learning algorithm analyzes gravitational waves from merging neutron stars in the blink of an eye
Andromeda HPC cluster to merge into Unity HPC/AI system at MGHPCC
URI’s Andromeda HPC cluster will merge into the Unity HPC-AI system at MGHPCC, enhancing computational power and research capabilities—learn more about the transition and its impact.
URI Speed Networking Event for Graduate & Senior Students
Graduate and senior students are invited to URI’s Speed Networking Event—connect with industry professionals, expand your network, and explore career opportunities.
Ash Giri Recognized at the White House!
URI’s Ash Giri was honored at the White House for his contributions to research and innovation—celebrating excellence in technology and academia.
Spring Semester Workshops by URI CCR / AI Lab
The details of our CCR / AI Lab semester workshops are available here.