Paul Sagona

Biography

I'm the Executive Director of Research Computing within the Division of Information Technology at the University of South Carolina. I lead the university’s efforts to advance high-performance computing, AI infrastructure, and research data services that enable faculty across all disciplines to accelerate their work. I have over two decades of experience building and managing research cyberinfrastructure and fostering strategic partnerships to expand access to advanced computing resources. My current focus includes developing AI-ready systems, enhancing secure data management capabilities, and strengthening statewide collaboration in research computing.