High performance computing helps save the NZ stick insect

Until recently processing their insect DNA sequence data collected from the next generation sequencing-by-synthesis platforms took one whole week per individual; even when using a fast multi-core desktop Linux machine with plenty of RAM.
Subject: 
Biology

Media Release: Internationally recognised computing experts augment NeSI team

For Immediate ReleaseAUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND; 17 JULY 2013: The addition of international computing experts to the NeSI team builds on its existing capabilities for improving science research product... Read more

International computing experts augment NeSI team

New Zealand’s researchers will benefit from the addition of nine global computational science experts to the team supporting NeSI, the nation’s high performance computing platform, says its directo... Read more

July 2013 Call for HPC Access Proposals

All New Zealand researchers are invited to apply for access to New Zealand’s largest scientific computers. The call is now open and closes 19 July 2013.We welcome research groups with upcoming, new... Read more

An interview with Professor Shaun Hendy

Professor Shaun Hendy wears many hats and typically has a very busy schedule. Thankfully for us, he has made some time available to chat and answer a few questions to provide our community with a f... Read more

NeSI Office Hour for July 2013

NeSI staff are hosting an office hour by video conference to answer questions from the research community. It will be held during 10-11am on Friday, 19 July. If you have any questions about NeSI or... Read more

Green light for postgraduates on NeSI supercomputers

NeSI has opened its doors for current New Zealand postgraduates to access its high performance computing facilities. From July, all current New Zealand postgraduate students are considered eligible... Read more

What’s the link between marriage rules and high performance computing?

Using high performance computing to address genetic problems presents researchers with an opportunity to advance the biological sciences. A researcher at Massey is harnessing HPC to study the effects of social behaviour on small, isolated populations.
Subject: 
Biology

eResearch NZ 2013

NeSI is proud to be a gold sponsor for eResearch NZ 2013, a national conference that brings together researchers and technology practitioners to explore the role of technology to enhance research. ... Read more

Workshop: Using High Performance Computing to speed up your research - 10 June 2013 at VUW's Kelburn Campus

10am, Monday 10 June 2013 - Room AM104, Alan MacDiarmid Building, Kelburn Parade, WellingtonTalking PointsHPC facilities at your disposalSupport for researchers (new and experienced)Data storage fo... Read more