AI/ML Hub
Welcome to the UCR Research Computing AI and ML Hub—your gateway to cutting-edge artificial intelligence and machine learning resources. Explore the latest technologies, open-source models, and software platforms that empower your research and innovation.
Featured How-To
Run Your Own Open-Source LLM Today
Learn how to run your own copy of an open-source large language model on UCR Ursa Major or your workstation.
How To Run Offline LLMs
Featured: AI Chatbots
Explore the leading AI chatbots designed to support your research needs.
Warning: Ensure you have the necessary permissions and take appropriate steps before using AI chatbots with sensitive or proprietary data.
| Chatbot | Description |
|---|---|
| ChatGPT | Versatile and widely adopted for detailed conversations, research assistance, and creative tasks. |
| Claude | Renowned for its contextual understanding and nuance in dialogue, ideal for complex inquiries. |
| Gemini | Excels in creative content generation, including writing, art, and multimedia synthesis. |
| Perplexity | Specializes in natural language queries with quick, informative responses. |
| Bing Chat | Integrates with Microsoft’s search and AI ecosystem, offering real-time data insights and responses. |
AI & ML Software Tools for Researchers
Harness the power of advanced software tools tailored to leverage HPC clusters and accelerate AI/ML research.
Note: Some installations and configurations may require advanced setup. Contact us at research-computing@ucr.edu for assistance.
General Purpose & Cross-Domain Tools
| Software | Use Case | Example Command |
|---|---|---|
| TensorFlow | Deep Learning | tensorflow_model_server --port=8500 --model_name=my_model --model_base_path=/models/my_model |
| PyTorch | Machine Learning Models | python -m torch.distributed.launch --nproc_per_node=<NUM_GPUS> my_train_script.py |
| Horovod | Distributed Training | horovodrun -np 4 -H localhost:4 python train.py |
| CUDA | Parallel Computing | nvcc my_cuda_program.cu -o my_cuda_program |
| Hugging Face Transformers | Natural Language Processing | transformers-cli convert --model_type bert --tf_checkpoint /path/to/checkpoint --config /path/to/bert_config.json --pytorch_dump_output /path/to/pytorch_model.bin |
Life Sciences & Biology
| Software | Use Case | Example Command |
|---|---|---|
| AlphaFold | Protein Structure Prediction | alphafold --fasta_path=my_sequence.fasta --output_dir=output |
| FreeSurfer | Neuroimaging Analysis | recon-all -s subject_name -i input_volume.nii -all |
Earth Science
| Software | Use Case | Example Command |
|---|---|---|
| GDAL | Geospatial Data Processing | gdal_translate -of GTiff input.tif output.tif |
| Pangeo | Climate & Ocean Science | Deploy on cloud platforms for scalable data processing; see documentation for examples. |
Chemistry & Physics
| Software | Use Case | Example Command |
|---|---|---|
| GROMACS | Molecular Dynamics | gmx mdrun -s topol.tpr -deffnm output |
| Quantum ESPRESSO | Materials Modeling | pw.x -in Si.scf.in > Si.scf.out |
Humanities & Social Sciences
| Software | Use Case | Example Command or Description |
|---|---|---|
| SpaCy | NLP & Text Processing | High-performance syntactic analysis and entity recognition. |
| Gensim | Topic Modeling & Similarity | Ideal for unsupervised topic modeling and document similarity tasks. |
| TextBlob | Simplified Text Processing | Provides an intuitive interface for sentiment analysis and text processing. |
| NLTK | Natural Language Toolkit | Offers extensive corpora and lexical resources for language processing. |
Top Open Source AI Models
Discover state-of-the-art open-source models that are driving innovation across disciplines—from text generation to image synthesis and beyond.
Featured How-To:
Run your own open-source LLM on UCR Ursa Major or your workstation today!
How To Run Offline LLMs
| Name | Description | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| google/gemma-7b | Text Generation | ByteDance/SDXL-Lightning | Text-to-Image Generation |
| bigcode/starcoder2-15b | Code & Text Generation | playgroundai/playground-v2.5-1024px-aesthetic | Artistic Text-to-Image |
| google/gemma-2b | Text Generation | stabilityai/stable-video-diffusion-img2vid-xt | Image-to-Video Synthesis |
| meta-llama/Llama-2-7b-chat-hf | Conversational AI | mistralai/Mixtral-8x7B-Instruct-v0.1 | Instruction-Tuned Text Generation |
AI Models by Domains and Applications
Explore foundational tasks and the state-of-the-art models across key AI domains:
Large Language Model (LLM) Development Tools
Advance your AI applications with these state-of-the-art development tools:
| Tool Name | Description | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Flowise AI | Build and deploy LLM applications on custom data, with interactive workflows for PDF Q&A. | Rapid prototyping of LLM-powered apps |
| LangChain | A powerful framework for building applications around language models, with integrations for embeddings and tokenization. | Simplifies LLM-based application development |
| Vector Stores | Manage and retrieve vector embeddings efficiently—crucial for RAG and similarity search models. | Enhances retrieval-augmented generation |
| Embedding Tools | Generate high-quality vector embeddings from textual data for better model performance. | Improves NLP model understanding and performance |
| Tokenization Libraries | Convert text to tokens using optimized libraries that power modern language models. | Essential for data preprocessing in LLM training |
| Fine-Tuning & Hosting | Customize pre-trained models and host them for inference using cloud platforms like GCP Vertex AI. | Tailors AI models to specific research tasks |
Tip: Experiment with these development tools to find the optimal setup for your projects—innovation often emerges from blending multiple approaches.
Other Online AI Tools
RAG-Enabled Tools
| Tool Name | Description | Application in Research |
|---|---|---|
| Notebook LM | An AI-first interactive notebook for summarizing information and generating insights from complex datasets. | Ideal for synthesizing research findings |
| Other Tools | Emerging tools to enhance retrieval and synthesis; check our Knowledge Base for the latest updates. |
Image Generation
Discover AI-powered image generation tools that turn textual descriptions into vivid visuals:
| AI Tool | Application | Description |
|---|---|---|
| DALL·E 3 | Image Generation | Generates high-quality images from textual prompts with remarkable creativity. |
| Stable Diffusion XL | Image Synthesis | State-of-the-art image synthesis that produces detailed and imaginative visuals from user inputs. |
| MidJourney | Artistic Image Creation | Blends art and AI to create visually striking and creative images based on text descriptions. |
Video Generation
Explore how AI is transforming video content creation:
| AI Tool | Application | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Kaiber AI | Video Generation | Transforms textual prompts into engaging, dynamic video content with minimal user input. |
| DeepBrain AI | Video Synthesis | Produces lifelike videos, including virtual human content, for various research and communication needs. |
| OpenAI’s Sora | Video Generation | (Upcoming) Promising next-generation video synthesis capabilities from text descriptions. |
| Haiper AI | Video Creation | Enables creative video generation for educational and promotional content. |
Music Generation
Harness AI to compose and innovate in music production:
| AI Tool | Application | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Suno.ai | Music Generation | Create original music compositions using AI, accessible to creators of all backgrounds. |
| Google Magenta | Music & Art Innovation | Explores the intersection of AI and creativity in music and art. |
| Google Labs Music FX | Music Effects & Tools | Offers experimental tools to enhance creative musical expression using AI. |
Voice Cloning & Synthesis
Leverage state-of-the-art voice technologies for realistic audio production:
| AI Tool | Application | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ElevenLabs | Voice Cloning & Synthesis | Advanced voice cloning and synthesis for lifelike audio production, perfect for accessibility and multimedia. |
Useful Links & Resources
- Hugging Face – A leading platform for collaborative AI model development and sharing.
- UCR Research Computing Knowledge Base – Find tutorials, examples, and guides tailored for UCR’s research computing environment.
For additional support or inquiries, please contact research-computing@ucr.edu.