Research IT is a new, dedicated unit focused on supporting UB’s rapidly expanding research enterprise with secure, reliable and scalable technology services. The unit centralizes expertise and infrastructure for research computing, data management and advanced analytics.

• Faculty, researchers and research staff across disciplines at UB.
• Research administrators and partners who must ensure compliance with sponsor, regulatory and security requirements.

• High‑performance computing and specialized research computing environments.
• Secure data environments and advanced analytics platforms for research projects.
• Consulting and support for research data management, storage and workflows.
• Guidance and infrastructure to meet sponsor, regulatory and security requirements, including sensitive and controlled data.
• Coordination of shared platforms and standardized solutions to reduce duplication and improve efficiency.

• You are planning or conducting research that requires specialized computing, storage or analytics support.
• You need help aligning research technology with sponsor or regulatory requirements.

• mathewbo@buffalo.edu

716-645-1480
mathewbo@buffalo.edu

Mathew joined the University at Buffalo as Director of Research IT in October 2026, bringing more than 15 years of experience in information technology leadership, strategic planning, and research support.

Prior to joining UB, Mathew served as Director of Information Technology for ICERM at Brown University, where he oversaw technology strategy and daily operations supporting the institute’s research and administrative missions. He led IT staff, managed an annual operating budget of more than $1 million, and advised university leadership and peer research institutes on technology policy and practice.

Previously, Mathew managed academic technology resources and supported distance and hybrid learning at Purdue University Calumet, where he also taught computer information technology courses. He served in the United States Marine Corps as a microcomputer repair technician.

Mathew holds a Master of Science in Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Technology from Purdue University