Computational Science

The Biomedical Research Computing Facility’s (BRCF) at UT Austin provide specialized computational support for bioinformatics, genomics, and large-scale biological data analysis. This core facility offers high-performance computing infrastructure and software tools tailored to meet the unique needs of computational biology research. Services include data storage, bioinformatics software access, custom workflow development, and consultation on data analysis strategies. CBB staff work closely with researchers to optimize data processing, ensuring efficient and accurate analysis for projects ranging from genomics to structural biology, making it a critical resource for advancing computational research across disciplines.

Services Offered

• High-performance computing resources for biomedical research
• Data storage and management solutions
• Bioinformatics software access
• Custom workflow development
• Data analysis consultations
• Training in computational tools

The Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) is the administrative unit responsible for designing and operating some of the world’s most powerful computing resources to support research and innovation. The center’s mission is focused on enabling discoveries that advance science and society through the application of advanced computing technologies. TACC staff work closely with researchers across various disciplines, providing expertise and support to maximize the impact of high-performance computing on scientific inquiry and societal challenges.

Services Offered

• High-performance computing resources
• Data storage and cloud computing solutions
• Customizable research workflows and software access
• Training and support in computational research methods

BCG provides consultations on bioinformatics, biostatistics, and biocomputing. They offer standardized and custom analyses, implement best practices for commonly used open-source tools and techniques appropriate to the data provided and questions asked.

Services Offered

• Consultations on bioinformatics and computational genomics
• Access to bioinformatics software tools
• Workflow optimization and data processing
• Custom data analysis solutions
• Training in bioinformatics methods

The Center for Energy and Environmental Resources (CEER) at UT Austin integrates research and education to address critical energy and environmental challenges. CEER focuses on diverse areas such as air quality, sustainable energy, and emissions management, supporting innovative projects that bridge engineering, policy, and technology. The center fosters collaboration among faculty and students, promoting interdisciplinary approaches to developing sustainable solutions that enhance public understanding and contribute to global sustainability efforts.

Services Offered

• Environmental impact assessments and reporting
• Air, water, and soil quality analysis
• Renewable and sustainable energy research
• Energy systems design and optimization
• Industrial pollution reduction strategies
• Research collaboration on resource conservation and sustainable technologies