UAB Research Computing Policies¶
UAB IT Policies¶
All users of UAB IT systems, including UAB Research Computing systems, must agree to all UAB relevant UAB IT policies. UAB IT policies may be found at https://www.uab.edu/it/home/policies.
The list of policies below are those that may be most relevant to typical use cases on UAB Research Computing systems. The list below is not an exhaustive list, and it is the responsibility of each individual using the system to be aware of and follow all relevant policies, whether listed here or not.
Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)¶
Data Classification¶
UAB Campus Policies¶
AI Usage Guidelines for IDEs and Cloud Services¶
All use of AI-powered tools, whether inside IDEs or via web interfaces, must comply with UAB’s Responsible AI Use page.
What AI Tools Can I Use on UAB Systems?¶
Only AI tools listed at the UAB AI Tools page are permitted for use with UAB systems. Important Note the page has incorrect information about local LLMs as of 2026-07-01. Local LLMs are not permitted for use on UAB systems without Prior Approval, including Cloud.rc.
The following AI tools are permitted for use with UAB Single Sign-On (SSO) credentials, as they offer enterprise-grade protections for institutional data: - Copilot Web - Copilot 365 in Office 365. Requires a paid subscription see relevant section
Danger
AI Tools can consume significant resources and pose serious security risks. To ensure fairness, all unapproved use of AI Tools on RC platforms will be halted, when discovered, without warning.
How Can I Get Approval for My AI Tools?¶
To request approval for AI usage in your project, complete the UAB IT AI Request Form.