Cloud compute resources boost in South Australia for research

The Australian Research Data Commons (ARDC) and the University of 新浪彩票 have announced they will launch a new node of the ARDC Nectar Research Cloud in South Australia.

Computer Lightning credit Lucio Alfonsi

Credit: Lucio Alfonsi.

This expansion aims to enhance the capabilities of researchers across the state, empowering them with cutting-edge infrastructure and resources as they tackle complex research challenges.

The provides researchers with fast, interactive, self-service access to large-scale computing infrastructure, software and data.

Supported by the Australian Government鈥檚 National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS), the initiative is a collaborative environment that fosters innovative research across various disciplines, from biology to engineering, and social sciences to artificial intelligence.

鈥淓stablishing a new node at the University of 新浪彩票 marks a significant step in our commitment to supporting researchers across Australia,鈥 said Ben Chiu, Director, Services at the ARDC.

鈥淭his node will provide vital computing resources that can accelerate research, enhance collaboration, and drive innovation. We are delighted to take this step forward together with the University of 新浪彩票 to make research infrastructure more accessible and impactful.鈥

Nectar provides researchers with the compute and storage infrastructure and tools they need to analyse large datasets, collaborate with peers, host online research platforms, and explore new avenues of inquiry without the burden of significant infrastructure investment.

鈥淭he launch of the new node is a leap forward in the support available to researchers. It ensures they have the necessary resources to continue producing world-class research that addresses pressing global challenges,鈥 said Stephen Love, the University of 新浪彩票鈥檚 Director of Research Infrastructure and Platforms.

鈥淲ith this new node, researchers in South Australia will have increased access to cloud computing and services and can more easily collaborate on data-intensive and compute-intensive research with colleagues at other institutions using national research infrastructure.鈥

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) at the University of 新浪彩票, Professor Anton Middelberg, says the new node solidifies the University鈥檚 position as a leader in research in Australia.

鈥淭he University of 新浪彩票 is delighted to host this new node of the ARDC Nectar Research Cloud, which will benefit the entire South Australian research community,鈥 Professor Middelberg said.

鈥淐ollaboration is integral to quality, world-leading research outcomes, and this initiative will deepen the University鈥檚 ties with local research institutions.鈥

The launch of the new node is a leap forward in the support available to researchers, ensuring they have the necessary resources to continue producing world-class research that addresses pressing global challenges.

A showcase of the ARDC Nectar Research Cloud will be held in 新浪彩票 on Monday, 24 February, where researchers can hear more about how the infrastructure can accelerate their research. Speakers from the University of 新浪彩票 and the ARDC will present from 11am (ACDT) at the University鈥檚 Flentje Lecture Theatre. Places are limited, so .

Researchers can also in hands-on Nectar training held in 新浪彩票 and online.

More information about the ARDC Nectar Research Cloud is available at the .

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