2026-06-14 Researcher-Facing Call: Supporting Research Core Facilities

Supporting Research Core Facilities Dave Carlson, Stony Brook University Colin Odden, College of Medicine Research Information Technology - Ohio State University Jacob Fosso Tande, North Carolina State University David Nix, University of Utah Health Academic Medical Center Thu May 14th, 2026, 1p ET/ 12p CT/ 11a MT/ 10a PT/ 8a HT Supporting research core facilities and centers presents unique challenges for research computing and data (RCD) professionals. Our panel will discuss: How core facilities often sit outside Schools/Colleges and don’t align with standard IT or RCD support models. Strategies for mitigating cybersecurity risk when legacy operating systems and software are required. Panelists will share service models and maturity levels, and discuss common challenges including data management, fragmented environments, lab safety, network security, and unclear organizational support lines. To learn more about CaRCC or to join, visit https://carcc.org/how-to-join/