DKRZ offers diverse services to support the scientific workflow of climate modeling

For German climate research, the domain-specific high performance computing center DKRZ is an indispensable service provider. In addition to the operation of the supercomputer and storage systems, DKRZ offers many services specifically relating to climate modeling, covering all aspects of the scientific workflows in developing models and producing data.

Many coincident steps are involved in developing the climate model, from  adjusting the models, through preparation of experiments, to finally analyzing the data. DKRZ supports the scientists with its spectrum of services.

Many coincident steps are involved in developing the climate model, from  adjusting the models, through preparation of experiments, to finally analyzing the data. DKRZ supports the scientists with its spectrum of services.

 Data production comprises the preparation and execution of experiments, the data management, the distribution as well as the analysis of the data. DKRZ offers its users numerous services and helps optimize the data flows.

Data production is comprised of the preparation and execution of experiments, data management, distribution as well as the analysis of the data. DKRZ offers its users numerous services and helps optimize the data flows.

Providing Computing Power

DKRZ provides German climate research with high performance computing and data services.

Consultancy

Scientists receive professional and personalized advice on all issues concerning the usage of DKRZ's systems.

Model Code Optimizations

The DKRZ staff supports the scientists in developing and optimizing their codes to most efficiently utilize our high performance systems.

Software Development

To support the development of climate models, DKRZ develops according software libraries that can be used to efficiently facilitate specific tasks within model execution.

Data Distribution

Reliable provision of research data for flexible research networks.

Long-Term Archiving

The DKRZ operates a certified digital long-term archive for German climate research.

Data Publication

DataCite DOIs help to make research data a valuable part of the publication list.

Visualization

A visualization server and expert advice assist in the visual analysis and communication of model results.

AI / Machine Learning

The rapid development of methods of artificial intelligence or machine learning (AI/ML) is becoming increasingly important in climate science and at DKRZ.

Consortia Simulations

At DKRZ, complex simulations in the context of national or international joint research projects are performed.

Guided Tours

Visitor groups can be introduced to high performance computing in climate research and have the opportunity of joining us on a guided tour of our facility.

Workshops and Training

Workshops and Training

Complementing our other services, we offer workshops and training in the areas of high performance computing, data management and visualization.