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    Research computing resources (list of links and short explanations)

    1. PMACS: PMACS is the division of Penn Medicine Academic Computing Services. PMACS is home to Research Computing resources for the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania (PSOM). PMACS offers a number of research systems to support PSOM’s research needs. https://www.med.upenn.edu/pmacs/research-systems.html
    2. Research Storefront: Research Storefront hosted by Corporate IS is an essential resource for clinical research scientists seeking self-service tools to explore real-world data while ensuring Penn’s privacy protections. It offers a comprehensive comparison of available tools, detailing the data included, the extent of PHI exposure, key advantages and disadvantages, and ideal use cases.
    3. University ISC: Penn ISC is the division of Information Systems and Computing. It is the home of IT support for the entire Penn community. ISC is Penn’s Trusted IT Partner, collaborating with the Penn community on IT services that enhance and support the mission of the University.
    4. PARCC: PARCC is Penn Advanced Research Computing Center. PARCC is the hub for cutting-edge computational research at PSOM. Launching Spring 2025.

    Research Computing Resources at the Perelman School of Medicine

    Introduction

    The Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM) at the University of Pennsylvania provides cutting-edge research computing resources to support biomedical and clinical research. There are resources for researchers who need support for high-performance computing, secure data storage, or analytical tools. Research computing at Penn offers services to empower researchers to harness technology for scientific discovery.

    Available Computing Resources

    Penn Medicine Academic Computing Services (PMACS)

    PMACS is the primary provider of research computing resources at PSOM. It offers a range of computing and storage systems tailored to the needs of biomedical researchers, including:

    • High-Performance Computing (HPC): Scalable computing power for large-scale data analysis and simulations.
    • Secure Storage Solutions: HIPAA-compliant storage for research data.
    • Specialized Software & Tools: Access to licensed applications for computational research.

    Research Storefront

    The Research Storefront, hosted by Corporate IS, is a self-service portal for clinical researchers seeking real-world data while ensuring compliance with Penn’s privacy policies. The platform provides:

    • A comparison of data tools, including the level of PHI exposure.
    • Key advantages, limitations, and best-use cases for each tool.
    • Secure access to Penn’s clinical research data resources.

    University Information Systems & Computing (ISC)

    University ISC is Penn’s central IT organization, providing essential computing services to faculty, staff, and students. Key offerings include:

    • University-wide IT infrastructure and support.
    • Cloud computing resources and network services.
    • Security and compliance guidance for research data.

    Penn Advanced Research Computing Center (PARCC) – Coming Spring 2025

    PARCC will be the hub for high-performance computing and data-intensive research at PSOM. This state-of-the-art facility will provide:

    • Advanced computing power for complex simulations and AI-driven research.
    • High-speed data transfer and storage capabilities.
    • A collaborative environment for interdisciplinary computational research.

    Support & Getting Started

    Consulting & Training

    Researchers can take advantage of training sessions, office hours, and personalized consulting to optimize their use of computing resources. Topics include:

    • Best practices for high-performance computing.
    • Secure data management and compliance tra

    Accessing Research Computing Resources

    Eligibility and access requirements vary by service. Researchers can:

    • Visit PMACS for research computing requests.
    • Explore data resources through the Research Storefront.
    • Contact ISC for IT support and university-wide computing services.

    Policies & Security

    PSOM ensures that all research computing resources comply with institutional and federal data security policies. Researchers must follow:

    • HIPAA and IRB guidelines for handling sensitive data.
    • Secure authentication and access control measures.
    • Best practices for responsible data sharing and collaboration.

    Contact Information

    For questions or technical support, please reach out to:

    • PMACS Help Desk: PMACS Support
    • Research Storefront: Contact Corporate IS for data access inquiries.
    • ISC Support: IT Help Desk
    • PARCC Inquiries: Details will be available closer to the launch in Spring 2025.