Information Technology

High-performance computing

High-performance computing is essential to the success of the experimental program at Jefferson Lab.

The Information Technology Division uses cutting-edge technology to provide high-quality services and capabilities that enable the lab to pursue its research mission in support of the nation's scientific agenda.

Leading the division is the chief information officer. The CIO is responsible for providing information from the labs information technology systems to Jefferson Lab management, the overall IT vision, the information architecture for computing and IT, and oversight for cyber security.

In addition, the chief information officer is responsible for providing the hardware and software environment for the staff and user Lattice Quantum ChromoDynamics theorists and for providing advanced tools to the lab from current research and development of grid technologies.