ICHEC

ICHEC. The Irish Centre for High-End Computing is a national High-Performance Computing (HPC) centre that provides HPC resources and support to researchers and industry partners across Ireland. ICHEC is a partnership between University College Dublin, National University of Ireland, and Trinity College Dublin, with strong links to other Irish universities such as University of Limerick and Dublin City University. ICHEC works closely with Science Foundation Ireland, Enterprise Ireland, and IDAC to promote HPC and data analytics in Ireland.

● Introduction to

ICHEC ICHEC is a leading provider of HPC services in Ireland, supporting researchers from Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin, and other Irish universities such as University College Cork and National University of Ireland, Galway. The centre provides access to HPC facilities, including supercomputers and data storage systems, and offers training and support to users from industry and academia. ICHEC collaborates with international organizations such as PRACE, EGI, and ESFRI to advance HPC and e-Infrastructure in Europe. ICHEC also works with Irish companies such as Intel, IBM, and Microsoft to promote HPC and data analytics in Ireland.

● History of

ICHEC ICHEC was established in 2005 as a partnership between University College Dublin, National University of Ireland, and Trinity College Dublin, with funding from Science Foundation Ireland and Enterprise Ireland. The centre was initially located at University College Dublin and later moved to its current location at Grand Canal Dock in Dublin. ICHEC has undergone significant expansion and upgrade since its establishment, with the installation of new HPC systems and data storage facilities. ICHEC has also established strong links with other HPC centres in Europe, including CINECA in Italy, BSC in Spain, and HLRS in Germany.

● Research and Activities

ICHEC supports a wide range of research activities, including climate modeling, materials science, and bioinformatics. The centre provides access to HPC facilities and expertise in HPC and data analytics to researchers from Irish universities and industry partners. ICHEC also collaborates with international organizations such as IPCC, ECMWF, and EMBL to advance research in climate science, weather forecasting, and life sciences. ICHEC has also established strong links with Irish research centres such as Tyndall National Institute, CRANN, and AMBER.

● Infrastructure and Resources

ICHEC operates a range of HPC systems, including supercomputers and data storage systems. The centre's HPC facilities are located at University College Dublin and Grand Canal Dock in Dublin. ICHEC also provides access to cloud computing resources and data analytics tools, including Apache Hadoop and Apache Spark. The centre has established strong links with industry partners such as Intel, IBM, and Microsoft to provide training and support in HPC and data analytics. ICHEC also collaborates with international organizations such as OpenStack and CloudSigma to advance cloud computing in Europe.

● Notable Achievements and Collaborations

ICHEC has achieved significant success in HPC and data analytics, including the development of climate models and materials science simulations. The centre has collaborated with international organizations such as NASA, ESA, and CERN to advance research in space exploration, particle physics, and materials science. ICHEC has also established strong links with Irish companies such as Accenture, IBM, and Microsoft to promote HPC and data analytics in Ireland. ICHEC has also worked with researchers from Harvard University, Stanford University, and MIT to advance research in life sciences, materials science, and climate science.

● Governance and Funding

ICHEC is governed by a board of directors that includes representatives from University College Dublin, National University of Ireland, and Trinity College Dublin. The centre is funded by Science Foundation Ireland, Enterprise Ireland, and IDAC, with additional funding from EU Horizon 2020 and ESFRI. ICHEC also receives funding from industry partners such as Intel, IBM, and Microsoft. The centre has established strong links with international organizations such as PRACE, EGI, and ESFRI to advance HPC and e-Infrastructure in Europe. ICHEC also collaborates with Irish government agencies such as Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation and Department of Education and Skills to promote HPC and data analytics in Ireland. Category:Research institutes in Ireland