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High Performance Computing

High Performance Computing (HPC) at UHD

High Performance Computing (HPC) refers to the use of powerful computing resources—typically clusters of interconnected computers—to perform complex calculations at speeds far beyond the capabilities of a standard desktop or workstation. Often referred to as a supercomputer, an HPC system is composed of multiple nodes, each containing one or more processors, dedicated memory, and in many cases, specialized hardware for specific tasks.

At the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD), HPC resources support faculty and student research across multiple disciplines, including Computer Science & Engineering Technology, Natural Sciences, and Mathematics & Statistics, enabling them to tackle data-intensive and computationally complex problems.

HPC Mission Statement

As UHD’s research community continues to grow, the University has invested in multiple HPC clusters to support researchers with high-demand computational needs. These systems are designed to assist faculty and students who require dedicated, high-performance environments to advance their academic and scientific work.

The Information Technology department is committed to providing a secure and well-managed HPC infrastructure. By maintaining and supporting these shared computing resources, IT promotes equitable access and encourages research growth across all academic disciplines. Through responsible management and support, UHD IT aims to foster innovation and contribute to the University’s development as a recognized research institution.


HPC Vision Statement

UHD Information Technology strives to be a trusted and knowledgeable partner to the University’s research community. Our goal is to deliver expert technical guidance in high performance computing, including:

  • HPC system and server platform management

  • Software implementation and optimization

  • Infrastructure design and support

In alignment with our mission, we are dedicated to providing stable, secure, and professionally managed computing environments. We support the advancement of research across all disciplines and seek to enable future growth by offering reliable services and fostering collaborative innovation.