We are pleased to announce two recent updates that make it easier to move, access, and analyze research data using UBC ARC services.
Researchers can now transfer files directly between UBC OneDrive and ARC systems, including Sockeye and Chinook, using Globus. This enables fast, reliable transfers without the need to download and re-upload files, making it easier to work with large datasets and collaborate with partners at UBC and beyond. To get started, refer to the updated documentation.
In addition, ARC OnDemand, ARC’s web-based portal for interactive computing on Sockeye, has been expanded to include a suite of genomics applications. In addition to existing tools such as Jupyter Notebook, RStudio Server, Matlab, and Cluster Desktop, researchers can now launch genomics applications including Bandage, FASTQC, IGV, MEGA, and UGENE directly from their browser, without extensive command-line experience. Refer to the technical user documentation for details.
Together, these updates further simplify access to ARC’s high-performance computing resources and support a broader range of data-intensive research workflows.