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Momentum for quantum tech in Denmark

Technology DeIC (Denmark)

Danish researchers are testing devices that provide precise location data in remote areas without satellite navigation. Meanwhile, a new center for developing highly accurate healthcare sensors is opening in Copenhagen, highlighting Denmark’s momentum in quantum technology. Now, DeiC, Denmark’s national research and education network, is enhancing its commitment to quantum advancements. “We offer support to... View Article

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Towards safer navigation in Arctic waters

Climate Science CSC (Finland)

With rising temperatures and decreasing sea ice, the Arctic shipping season is steadily being extended, though conditions continue to be challenging. A research collaboration across the European Nordic countries develops a sea ice modelling tool that helps the shipping industry estimate risks. The tool also calculates the climate indicator for sea ice to predict future... View Article

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Post-pandemic: Ireland connects 1,000 schools

Education HEAnet (Ireland)

The HEAnet Schools Network is providing reliable high-speed internet connectivity to primary and post-primary schools nationwide.

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Research & education networks solve real-world problems

National and regional research & education networks traverse our planet, working together to provide ultra high-speed connectivity and tailor-made services that underpin scientific discovery, foster international collaborations and unlock access to education. This blog features fascinating stories from around the world about people and projects empowered by these networks to make a difference.

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Fast language skills for smartphones

Digital Humanities Technology NICT (Japan)
With a latency of just 0.5 seconds, smartphones can now convert text to speech in 21 languages, thanks to Japan's National Institute of Information and Communications Technology.

Supporting First Nations research and knowledge

Arts & Culture Technology AARNet (Australia)
Delivering the network that's helping to preserve and foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Digital transformation for Kenyan education

Education KENET (Kenya)
The project meets the evolving needs of education ensuring learners are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in a digitally driven world.

A new piece of the climate puzzle

Technology SURF (Netherlands)
What role do clouds and particles play in global warming? That is what an instrument developed in the Netherlands, SPEXone, on board a new NASA climate satellite, is exploring. The data collected by SPEXone will be processed and stored at SURF and made available to the scientific community.

Fighting cervical cancer with supercomputing

Health & Medicine CSC (Finland)
According to Finnish research, vaccination against human papillomavirus HPV can provide herd immunity. The team uses High-performance computing provided by CSC, the NREN of Finland.

Increasing Ireland’s electric grid resilience

Cyber Security Energy HEAnet (Ireland)
A study involving HEAnet finds that it will be possible to monitor the utility grid without satellite-based time data, thereby increasing resilience significantly.
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