Our Commitments + Goals

As an institutionally-dedicated service, we support researchers across all disciplines working on questions that have large data and computational needs. 

Learn about our commitments and goals and how we are working with our research community to meet these below. You can also find more information about our mission, vision and values in our strategic plan.

Access to Leading Digital Research Infrastructure 

ARC enhances the access of the research community to digital research infrastructure, including high-performance computing, storage, high-speed networks, software, data management services, and highly qualified technical support. 

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Expanding the University Data Centre 

Empower Researchers in all Disciplines 

ARC empowers researchers in all disciplines by offering domain-specific expertise, consultation, and training on digital research infrastructure.

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ARC partners with WestGrid for training and education

Fostering Innovation and Discovery 

ARC fosters an environment that promotes excellence in research and innovation. We partner with researchers to evaluate new and emerging technologies and develop our staff to meet the needs of the research community.

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ARC and SBC Collaborate to improve processing capabilities 

Broad Community Engagement 

ARC forms partnerships with government, industry, and research service providers around the world to ensure researchers have access to state-of-the-art digital research infrastructure. 

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UBC and heath authorities partnering on research security policies and standards 

 

 

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Part of the VP Research & Innovation portfolio

Advanced Research Computing

West Mall Annex 202, 1933 West Mall
Vancouver, BC Canada V6T 1Z2
E-mail arc.support@ubc.ca

UBC receives support for managing its research enterprise from the federal Research Support Fund.

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