USING GRANT & CONTRACT FUNDS
While Research Computing equipment and services can be purchased with any type of funds, researchers wish to use funds provided by grants or contracts.
View the guide on using grant and contract funds for more information.
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Step One: Request an accountAll users need to apply for an account to access our high-performance computing resources. UF Faculty accounts will be created upon verification of employment status. All other users require a faculty sponsor – a faculty member who will support and sponsor the applicant’s use of resources and services.
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Step Two: Review our policiesTake the HiPerGator Account Training and Review our Procedures. All users must complete the HiPerGator Account training and review our procedures before starting work on HiPerGator. Please be advised that violating these procedures may result in temporary or permanent suspension of your account. |
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Step Three: Review services and resourcesResearch Computing offers many different services and resources to assist you with your high-performance computing needs. See our services brochure or price sheet for a general overview. The Get Started section of the site provides more in-depth information. |
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Step Four: Training and self-helpWe offer a number of introductory presentations to assist new users. Please view the UFIT Training website for a schedule of available sessions, downloadable slides, and recordings of past presentations. We also encourage you to read our frequently asked questions and explore the UFRC wiki. |
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Step Five: Plan for the futureOur proposal support documentation helps faculty write a research proposals and prepare a data management plans. Our Faculty Highlights page and UFIT News Articles provide examples of how UF faculty members benefit from using Research Computing services. |
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Step Six: Contact usPlease feel free to open a support ticket to receive help with any questions or issues you encounter. You may also contact UFRC staff by email or visit our offices in person. |