Research Computing

Topic

Get started with tools and resources for research computing at Harvard

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Overview

Research computing encompasses the advanced computing resources, data storage, software, and support used for computationally intensive and data-driven research. Researchers can access high-performance computing, specialized software and computing environments, research data storage, and expert guidance to support their work. Find more information on available research computing services and resources below.

Services

Cloud Computing for Research

Access virtual servers for research

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

Perform computations at scale to test many variables at once and address larger, more complex problems

Regulated Data Services

Access services to assist researchers with data analytics and computational studies on regulated data

Research Data Storage

Explore storage options for large-scale, network-attached access to research data from a variety of endpoints

More Tools and Resources

Research data management and policy compliance resources

Access resources for securely managing sensitive research data

Research tools and services

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Additional Support for Research Computing at Harvard

Arts & Humanities Research Computing (DARTH) FAS Research Computing (FASRC) The Institute of Quantitative Science (IQSS)