This in-person short talk, organised by the Cloud Computing for Research Competency Centre, intends to provide an overview of what Microsoft Azure is and how it can be used as a research tool. Whether you have never used a cloud service before or have some experience but aren’t sure how it could accelerate your research, this session is suitable for you. We will run through a variety of Azure components with a research-centric lens and outline the process for accessing the service through the university and the benefits of doing so. Find out how the recently formed strategic partnership between Microsoft and Oxford can help you to get support in using the cloud for research and even applying for research funding.