Research Information Technology

In order to serve the growing technological needs of UNCG’s research community The Office of Research and Engagement has established the Research Information Technology (RIT) group.

The RIT group provides tech support to The Office of Research and Engagement as well as the offices and centers housed within. These areas of support typically include but are not limited to hardware, software, secure data storage consultation, and research administration systems.

Questions about RIT? Contact ORETECH@uncg.edu.

CAYUSE ELECTRONIC RESEARCH ADMINISTRATION

The Cayuse system at UNCG was implemented to better assist researchers with processing information quickly and efficiently. For more information about Cayuse visit Cayuse.uncg.edu

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES – RESEARCH COMPUTING SUPPORT

Information Technology Services (ITS) offers research computing support and training and provides recommendations for software packages and computing platforms for use in the research or creative process. ITS staff is available to work closely with you at the beginning of your project or grant-writing process to help evaluate your research technology needs and recommend solutions that not only meet your specific needs but are compatible with the technology services offered at UNCG.

Get help with:

• Consulting and support
• Research software
• Research computing platforms
• High-performance computing support and training
• Data storage
• Server and database hosting
• Web hosting/development services
• Computer hardware purchases
• High-speed networking services

List of policies related to technology at UNCG.

Qualtrics – a web-based application used to design, distribute, and analyze online surveys.

DATA MANAGEMENT AND RETENTION

Investigators and the institution must work to ensure that research data are stored, retained, made accessible for use and reuse, and/or disposed of according to legal, statutory, ethical, and funding body requirements. Multiple individuals, offices, and groups work together to ensure that the stewardship of research data is handled in a thoughtful and thorough manner, reflecting the university’s commitment to the responsible and ethical conduct of research.

HELPFUL RESOURCES AND DOCUMENTATION

• Lookup your University ID
• Use Eraser to securely erase data – GT 5-8-14
• High-Performance Computing Resources