NSF ACCESS at ETSU
Empowering Research Through National Supercomputing Resources
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is proud to partner with the National Science Foundation (NSF) ACCESS program, providing our faculty, staff, and graduate students with free access to advanced computational resources across the country. NSF ACCESS supports researchers by offering high-performance computing (HPC), data storage, and other cyberinfrastructure services to tackle complex computational challenges.
The NSF ACCESS (Advanced Cyberinfrastructure Coordination Ecosystem: Services & Support)
program connects researchers and educators with the nation’s most powerful supercomputers
and data systems at no cost. Whether you’re conducting large-scale simulations, analyzing
massive datasets, or exploring new frontiers in computational research, NSF ACCESS
can elevate your work.
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How to Get Started with NSF ACCESS at ETSU
- Apply for Computing Credits: Researchers must apply for resource allocations through NSF ACCESS. ETSU Research Computing Services can assist with the application process.
- Collaborate with Faculty Mentors: Graduate students require a faculty collaborator or mentor to access NSF ACCESS resources.
- Engage with Technical Experts: Take advantage of consultations and training provided by the NSF ACCESS ecosystem.
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Key Benefits of NSF ACCESS
- Free Access to High-Performance Computing resources
- Advanced Tools for data storage, analysis, and visualization
- Technical Support from national cyberinfrastructure experts
- Broad Eligibility for ETSU faculty, staff, graduate students, and medical researchers
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Need Help?
ETSU Research Computing Services is here to assist you with:
- Identifying the right NSF ACCESS resources for your research
- Applying for and managing resource allocations
- Addressing compliance requirements such as IRB or Export Control approvals
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NSF ACCESS Resources at ETSU
ETSU supports a wide variety of research disciplines by connecting researchers to NSF ACCESS resources. Some examples include:
- Biomedical Research: Simulating drug interactions and analyzing genetic data
- Engineering and Physics: Performing large-scale simulations of fluid dynamics
- Humanities and Social Sciences: Text mining and sentiment analysis of large literary collections
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NSF ACCESS Mentor Program at ETSU
Graduate students at ETSU must work with Frank Hagelberg, Professor of Physics & Astronomy, as their mentor to access NSF ACCESS resources. Professor Hagelberg provides guidance and support throughout the application and research process.
Contact Information
Frank Hagelberg, Professor- Department of Physics & Astronomy
- Email: hagelber@etsu.edu
- Phone: 423-439-6725
Department and Location
Department: Physics & Astronomy- Office: Brown Hall, Room 279
Mailing Address
PO Box 70652- Johnson City, TN 37614
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What is NSF Access?
Research conducted on NSF ACCESS supercomputers drives innovation and supports efforts toward a sustainable energy economy, delivering solutions that benefit society and the planet.
"NSF ACCESS, an international network of shared computing resources, data, and technical expertise, offers ETSU researchers practical opportunities to explore high-performance computing (HPC). Initial allocations of up to 400,000 HPC service hours are accessible with minimal effort, providing diverse software options, flexible job parameters, and low bureaucratic hurdles."
— Frank B. Hagelberg, Professor, Department of Physics & Astronomy at ETSU
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