From Cloud Dependency to Distributed AI Infrastructure for Higher Education

As artificial intelligence transforms everything from academic research to administrative operations, higher education institutions are being challenged to rethink their infrastructure strategies — balancing cost, performance and scalability.

How can campuses support the growing demand for AI at scale, securely and with agility? This webinar, presented by the Center for Digital Education, HP Z and NVIDIA, will explore how colleges and universities can evolve beyond cloud dependency to embrace a more distributed, high-performance computing model that delivers AI capability where it’s needed most.

This webinar will explore the transformative potential of HP ZGX Nano AI Station, powered by the NVIDIA GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip and NVIDIA AI software stack. We will demonstrate how ZGX Nano AI Station empowers universities and research labs to execute complex AI workflows. We’ll dive deeper into the architectural shifts, operational models and right-sized systems ready to support AI innovation on campus.

We’ll explore:

• Why location matters again: The resurgence of edge and on-prem AI solutions means faster research and experimentation without overextending budgets or bandwidth.
• Building collaborative ecosystems: Institutions can empower faculty and student innovators with secure, high-performance systems that support experimentation and deployment.
• Designing for flexibility and scale: Learn about strategies for deploying modular, space-efficient systems that adapt to different campus needs — from individual research labs to institution-wide initiatives.
   

Attendees will gain insights into practical deployment strategies, real-world use cases and best practices for maximizing research productivity and outcomes in academia. Join us to learn how you can advance your institution’s research capabilities and spark innovation.