Research Computing and Data

Welcome to Research Computing and Data

Research Computing and Data (RCD) supports the research ascension of Clemson University by providing innovative and leading high-performance computing and storage solutions to students, faculty and staff.

The RCD team supports, trains and ensures services are running efficiently and effectively. The team also works with external collaborators and partners with other institutions in South Carolina to elevate high-performance computing statewide and beyond.

Getting Started Get Support

Students work on computers in a classroom in a Research Data and Computing workshop.

RCD In Action

“Because I have access to Palmetto, I can perform more thorough computational experiments than I would if I had to use a single machine. This, in turn, helps me get through the increasingly demanding review processes at Machine Learning conferences and journals. ”

Hudson Smith

Assistant Professor

Department of Math and Statistical Sciences