Who we are

The Edinburgh International Data Facility is a world-class private research cloud infrastructure designed to facilitate data science research, R&D and innovation.

What we offer

Consultancy

Our consultancy helps you manage your data science needs and improve workflows for better performance and efficiency.

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We offer a range of computing services, including VMs, GPU, CPU, 4 Cerebras Wafer-Scale Engine CS-3, all designed to cater to diverse computational needs.

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Our comprehensive storage solutions include CephFS, CephRBD, and EIDF S3, offering scalable, secure, and redundant data storage options to meet diverse enterprise needs, all accessible across various platforms and devices.

Start your journey today! Get a price estimate and submit your project application now!

EIDF news

From DNA sequencing to possible answers

Three unsolved rare disease cases. One secure research cloud. Using long-read sequencing on EIDF, Prasun Dutta and colleagues found the answers had been hiding in the data all along. Here's the story.

Five chances to connect with EIDF in 2027

The EIDF's 2027 events programme is here: five online drop-ins plus our flagship hybrid Town Hall at the Bayes Centre. Whether you're new to EIDF or a regular, our sessions are a relaxed way to see what's new, get inspired by community projects, and put your questions to our team. Take a look at the dates, catch up on recent highlights, and save your spot.

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The EIDF GPU service has been updated with bin-packing and topology-aware scheduling to make larger multi-GPU jobs easier to run, alongside improved monitoring, more stable storage, and clearer guidance for debugging jobs that won't start.

EIDF overview

Find out how to gain access to the EIDF and view our tailored pricing options for commercial, academic, and public sector applications.

We provide a range of data science services, including data analysis, machine learning, and cloud-based research tools tailored to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness. 

Access user guides and documentation designed to help you navigate our services. 

Check out our case studies that demonstrate how EIDF has helped our users achieve remarkable outcomes.

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EPCC, Bayes Centre

Edinburgh International Data Facility 

47 Potterow, Edinburgh

EH8 9BT

United Kingdom