Research & Development
The Virtual Workbench
Collaboration with the School of Materials to develop a virtual materials testing facility.
Research and Development
Research Computing Services undertakes R&D to enhance and support our services. Our R&D programme aims to assist researchers in the effective use of the latest developments in advanced computing technology and to provide a competitive edge over researchers in other institutions. Many of our externally-funded projects are looking into developing research ideas into production services.
Applying Our Knowledge
One of our key strengths is the ability to apply our expertise to new situations. This may be through the refactoring of parallel algorithms for molecular dynamics to use in the discrete element method or the application of visualization techniques developed for earthquakes in studies of the social consequences of monetary policy.
Collaborative Projects
Our services and R&D activities often stimulate new ideas for blue skies research. These are exploited through collaborative projects with Manchester’s research community.
Our R&D Mission
Research computing can help address research questions that without it are out of scope. We might already be developing a technology that can suit your needs. Our experts can advise you where to search for relevant information or we can collaborate in a new R&D programme.