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AARNet Globus workshop at eResearch Australasia 2024 Conference
30 October, 2024

How to Simplify Research Data Transfers with Globus: A Guide from eResearch 2024

AARNet’s hands-on Globus workshop at the eResearch Australasia 2024 Conference focused on equipping researchers with essential skills for data transfer, workflow automation, and secure collaboration skills for researchers.

At the recent eResearch Australasia 2024 Conference held in Melbourne, AARNet hosted a practical, hands-on Globus workshop for researchers, data managers, and IT professionals. This interactive workshop demonstrated how Globus can transform complex data management tasks into streamlined, automated workflows to enable faster, more efficient research outcomes.

The Globus data management service allows researchers to efficiently and securely transfer data between systems anywhere in the world. It simplifies working with large-scale datasets and supports seamless sharing across organisational boundaries.

Hands-on skills for efficient data management

Through hands-on exercises, workshop participants learned efficient and reliable methods for transferring large datasets across systems. They explored time-saving workflow automation techniques and secure data access strategies essential for seamless remote collaboration. Attendees gained direct experience with Globus's high-speed transfers, security features, and automation tools, learning to set up efficient data transfers, configure shared endpoints, and integrate Globus with cloud services.

Leveraging Globus for research challenges

The interactive format of the workshop allowed participants to test solutions in real time, with experts from the AARNet team on hand to address any challenges as they arose. This approach provided a clear understanding of how to leverage Globus for their specific research needs, and attendees left the session with practical skills to enhance data efficiency for their projects.

The workshop’s success has inspired plans for future sessions aimed at equipping participants with essential data management skills. As research data grows more complex, tools like Globus will be vital for efficient data handling and seamless collaboration.