Managing allocations with ColdFront
Welcome to ColdFront RIS’s new tool for managing resource allocations on Storage2. In the near future, it will include a self-service portal for users to request access to resources for their research group. Why it matters: ColdFront allows institutions to allocate resources efficiently, track usage, and implement policies, all through a centralized web-based interface. It streamlines the […]
Research @ WashU with the Turner Lab
Mission: While not synonymous with Precision Medicine, Precision Genomics plays a crucial role within its broader scope alongside fields like Precision Psychiatry and Precision Imaging. As a research lab, the Turner Lab is dedicated to advancing Precision Genomics by tackling five key challenges(in the above image) that currently limit its application for everyone. Resulted Success: In the Turner […]
Improving performance & increasing security
This month, Washington University in St. Louis is embarking on a major network upgrade. It will replace outdated routers and switches with cutting-edge technology designed to significantly enhance the network’s capacity, speed, and reliability. Why it matters: The modernization will deliver a 10-fold increase in bandwidth, meeting the university’s growing academic and research demands. These improvements […]
The future of scientific computing at WashU
The RIS team is actively working on the delivery, installation, and configuration of hardware from each vendor. This is crucial in ensuring our cluster infrastructure meets Compute2’s highest performance, security, and reliability standards. We anticipate that early adopters will have access to the cluster around February 2025.