EIDF (operated by EPCC) is more than a service provider - we are a collaborative partner. Through our core consultancy, high-performance computing, and secure storage, we help researchers, innovators, public sector teams, and industry partners turn ideas into impact. Whether you need technical expertise, a strategic partnership, a platform for knowledge exchange, or a way to engage with our wider community, we wil be glad to explore how we can work together 30 Million Historical Images. Fully Funded Access NCAP One of the world's largest aerial photography collections is now available to University of Edinburgh researchers - with computing and digitisation support to match.GET IN TOUCH TO FIND OUT MORE Consultancy services Advance your work with bespoke consultancy from EIDF and EPCC - backed by access to a pool of over 150 high-performance computing experts.Whether you need specialist support in compute, storage, data, software, or technical development, our tailored consultancy services are designed to help you deliver meaningful, tangible progressGET IN TOUCH Joint funding applications Strengthen your funding proposals with expert support from EIDF and EPCC.With a strong track record of successful applications to major funders - including UKRI and Horizon Europe - we help you shape clear, credible, and compelling proposals aligned to your research goals, from early-stage concept through to a fully developed submission.GET IN TOUCH Sponsor a student project (Msc|PhD) Support the next generation of talent while advancing research that matters to your organisation.Sponsor or shape an MSc or PhD project that connects students with real-world challenges in advanced computing, data science, AI, and beyond. It's a practical, focused way to explore new ideas, build links with emerging talent, and drive innovation - with flexibility on co-supervision and research topics.TALK TO US ABOUT SPONSORING A STUDENT PROJECT Publishing data Increase the visibility, accessibility, and long-term value of your research data.We help you make datasets more discoverable and useful through robust cataloguing, data management, and dissemination. Publishing your data the right way extends its reach, supports reuse, and maximises impact across research communities and beyond.APPLY NOW Events and workshops Bring your community together around data-intensive research and innovation.EIDF supports workshops, seminars, and collaborative events - from co-hosting and shaping content to contributing speakers and sessions. We're also glad to take part in external conferences, whether as a talk, panel contribution, poster, or lightning talk.WORK WITH US Innovative projects Accelerate ambitious research with access to advanced computing resources and specialist expertise.EIDF supports innovative projects across AI, climate science, digital humanities, engineering, health, and other data-intensive fields. Whether you're testing a new idea, scaling an existing workflow, or building something entirely new, our infrastructure and support help you move faster and go further.APPLY THROUGH THE EIDF PORTAL Other opportunities Our partnership opportunities don't stop here.From knowledge exchange and co-developed communications to tailored engagement, student-linked opportunities, and bespoke collaborations, if you have an idea that falls outside our standard routes, we'd love to hear it.Whether you're shaping a joint initiative, producing an infographic, sharing expertise, or creating a new form of collaboration - we welcome exploratory conversations.GET IN TOUCH TO DISCUSS OTHER OPPORTUNITIES This article was published on Thursday 4 June 2026
