Parallel programming course with Python, GPU part
2023-11-16 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | SURF Amsterdam, Science Park 140, Amsterdam, 1098 XG, Netherlands
In this course, you will learn about parallel programming with Python, a language that is becoming increasingly popular among researchers because of its simplicity and the availability of dedicated programming libraries. In large computing systems, it is essential to properly exploit heterogeneous architectures, and here you will understand the different challenges and how to overcome them with different Python functions for CPU and GPU platforms that are directly applicable to scientific computing.
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What.
In this course, you will

Understand the limitations and benefits of parallel programming and its use with Python
Implement code using different libraries for parallel programming on CPU and GPU, including PyCUDA or mpi4py.
Experience how to achieve high performance with Python using the supercomputing facilities at SURF.

For whom.
Anyone interested in learning how to achieve high performance with Python codes.
Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of Linux
Basic knowledge of Python and use of Jupyter notebooks

You must have:

Your own laptop with an up-to-date browser and a terminal emulator. Using the operating systems Linux and macOS is preferred but not mandatory. For Windows users, we recommend downloading MobaXterm (portable version) as a terminal emulator.

Schedule
Day 2 (GPU):
10:00 to 10:15: Welcome and introduction to the course
10:15 to 10:30: Coffee break
10:45 to 12:00: Introduction to PyCUDA
12:00 to 13:00: Lunch
13:00 to 15:00: Hands-on: PyCUDA examples

Introduction SURF Research Cloud
2023-11-22 09:00 - 12:00 | SURF Amsterdam, Science Park 140, Amsterdam, 1098 XG, Netherlands
This webinar will explain cloud computing in general. The accompanying hands-on approach will introduce you to (some of the) multiple features of the SURF Research Cloud. You will learn how create and operate your own virtual compute environment(s). At the end, you will feel comfortable to install your own applications and profit from the power of Cloud computing.
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For whom?
Anyone interested to use a flexible and tailor-made environment to execute powerful applications. It is also a useful kickstarter for current HPC Cloud users.
The working language is English.
Requirements

A browser (Chrome or Firefox will do nicely)
Prior experience with Linux commands will help, but not a prerequisite.

Introduction to Deep Learning
2023-11-24 09:00 - 17:00 | SURF Amsterdam, Science Park 140, Amsterdam, 1098 XG, Netherlands
In the course, you’ll learn how deep neural networks work and how they are optimized. During our hands-on sessions you will have the opportunity to work on our high-performance systems and train neural networks to solve an image classification problem. We’ll cover various neural network architectures: from a basic fully connected network, to a convolutional neural network and variational auto-encoders (time permitting).
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What will you learn?
In this course you will learn to

Understand how a neuron and neural network works
Understand how a neural network is trained
Explore the effect of hyperparameters on neural network performance
Work with a high-level machine learning API (Keras)

For whom?
Everyone interested in deep learning, but with no (or little) current experience & knowledge.
Prerequisites

Python
Basics of linear algebra
Basic statistics

Topics

Neural network: basics

How does a neuron work?
Fully connected networks
Training/optimizing a neural network

Convolutional neural networks (CNNs)
(Variational) Auto-Encoders

AMdEX Acceleration Event
2023-11-30 14:00 - 18:00 | B. Amsterdam B3, 400 Johan Huizingalaan, Amsterdam, 1066 JS, Netherlands
About the event
Imagine effortless digital agreements on the use of your data. And that – based on your preferences – the best organisations are automatically selected to perform analysis on that data.
Prefer an energy-efficient company? A company that specialises in privacy? The choice is yours. That is the vision of AMdEX: a super notary for the digital age that makes data contracts simpler, cheaper and available faster, for a fair digital playing field.
Three years ago, public and private parties, including SURF, started making this vision a reality. Now we are approaching the end of the first development phase. Together, we look back at the main successes. Are you coming too?
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More information?
If you have any questions, contact Willem Koeman or go to the website for more information about the event.

Introduction Scientific Visualisation with Blender: Data, Lights, Camera, Action!
2023-12-04 10:00 - 2023-12-18 17:00 | Online
What.
In this course, we introduce Blender from the basics, starting with the user interface and basic functionality. We cover the 3D scene, cameras, lighting and materials, and some basic mesh editing and animation. It helps to have some familiarity with basic 3D graphics concepts, such as 3D geometry, transformations and rendering, but it will be easy to pick up this knowledge quickly during the course.
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Online
This is an online self-study course, where we will have a number of weekly synchronisation meetings and there will be many suggested exercises guided by the instructors via permanent consultation in a dedicated Discord channel.
Being an online self-study course, the course will start on 4 December at 10:00 am and close on 18 December at 5:00 pm.
For specific details about the course, please visit the visualisation team’s course page at SURF: https://surf-visualization.github.io/blender-course/overview/introducti…

Accelerated Applications Using HW-SW Co-design
2023-12-06 09:45 - 17:00 | SURF Utrecht, Moreelsepark 48, Utrecht, 3511 EP, Netherlands
On Dec 6-2023, SURF organizes, together with the HW Acceleration Network community, a HW acceleration workshop focused on application development using a HW-SW co-design approach. This talk is part of the “FIRE: FPGA Innovation Research Exchange“ series of events.
The focus of this event is on optimizing applications on heterogeneous CPU-accelerator systems, addressing system design challenges to achieve full system optimization. We invite speakers from industry and academia to share their thoughts and experiences in using GPU and FPGA accelerated systems for a number of relevant applications domains.
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Where: SURF Utrecht (Moreelsepark 48, 3511 EP, Utrecht)When: December 6, 2023, 9.45-17.00Entrance: Free of charge
The program of the day:
09:45 – 10:15: Welcome&Coffee10:15 – 10:30: Introduction and updates10:30 – 12:00: HWACC acceleration session12:00 – 13:00: Lunch13:00 – 14:30: Keynotes session14:30 – 15:00: Coffee break15:00 – 17:00: FIRE talks session

FIRE: FPGA Innovation Research Exchange
2023-12-06 09:45 - 17:00 | SURF Utrecht, Moreelsepark 48, Utrecht, 3511 EP, Netherlands
You are most welcome!
This is the third of a series of seminars bringing together FPGA practitioners, computer science and engineering experts, scientific computing experts, application owners and HPC providers. We will attempt to build a community through which we discuss and evaluate the need and usability of FPGAs in HPC and Scientific Computing.
The series is part of the FIRE symposia and is jointly organised by SURF and the Hardware Accelleration Network NL.
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Programme
9:45-10:15 – Opening with coffee
10:15-10:30 – Introduction and updates
10:30-11:00 – HWACC acceleration session 1
Speaker: Vincent Hindriksen (Stream HPC) – A brief history of accelerator tensions
11:00-11:30 – HWACC acceleration session 2
Speaker: Amirreza Yousefzadeh (IMEC) – Accelerator design for RISC-V-based digital neuromorphic processors, design trade-offs and challenges
11:30-12:00 – HWACC accelerator session 3
Speaker: Roy Bulter (Thales) – GPU-direct between FPGA and GPU
12:00-12:30 – HWACC acceleration session 4
Speaker: Tiziano De Matteis (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam) – DaCe: data centric parallel programming for heterogeneous platforms
12:30-13:30 – Lunch
13:30-14:30 – Keynote
Speaker: Christos-Savvas Bouganis (Imperial College London) – Deep Neural Networks in the Embedded Space: Opportunities and Challenges
14:30-15:00 – Lightning Talks
Different speakers and topics
15:00-15:30 – Coffee Break
15:30-16:00 – FIRE talks session 1
Speaker: Federico Corradi (Tu/e) – Implementing spiking neural networks on FPGA for edge AI applications
16:00-16:30 – FIRE talks session 2
Speaker: Maurice Daverveldt (Optiver) – FPGA usage for low latency trading
16:30-17:00 – FIRE talks session 3
Speaker: Jeremie Vandenplas (Wageningen University and Research) – How can FPGAs contribute to sustainable animal breeding?
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Location
The event will take place at the SURF office in Utrecht, Moreelsepark 48, 3511 EP Utrecht.

Advanced Computing User Day
2023-12-07 09:30 - 17:00 | Royal Tropical Institute Amsterdam, Mauritskade 64, Amsterdam, 1092 AD, Netherlands
Reserve December 7 in your calendar for the Advanced Computing User Day. A day with best practices, the latest developments in HPC and the place where you can meet other HPC users and get in touch with experts from different sectors such as Physics and Astronomy; Biology and Bioinformatics; Climate and Earth Sciences to exchange knowledge.
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What to expect?

Gain insights into the latest advancements, trends, and best practices in advanced computing technology, applications, and methodologies to stay ahead in your field
Learn and get inspired by skilled speakers and other peers
Case studies and best practices from other researchers and industry professionals
Connect with other advanced computing communities, peers and people from SURF and EuroCC Netherlands
Inside tips & tricks for the most efficient use of the SURF HPC systems
Get updated and share your thoughts about the latest state of the HPC services of SURF and EuroCC
Access to resources: gather information about available resources, grants, and funding opportunities that can support your HPC-related projects or initiatives

Preliminary Program

Keynote Henne Holstege
AnnounceTech Highlights
Parallel sessions:
Track 1 Morning & Afternoon: The power of High-Performance Computing
Track 2 Morning & Afternoon: Exploring Data Processing and Management & Best Practice
Track 3: Harnessing High-Performance Computing in AI-Enhanced Scientific Exploration
Track 4: Open Access in European Advanced Computing
Track 5 Morning & Afternoon: Navigating Tomorrow: Exploring Future Computing Paradigms
Panel Discussion: “The future of advanced computing and data processing – what do we need most?”
Keynote Justin Halsall

Full programFor whom?

Researchers at academia who use SURF services for HPC
Researchers who use advanced computing for their research
Industry professionals at start-ups or sme’s who use advanced computing
Professionals at public administrations

Location
We would be happy to welcome you on the 7th of December at one of the Amsterdam’s national heritage sites and icons: The Royal Tropical Institute.
Advanced Computing User Day 2023 is an initiative of SURF and EuroCC Netherlands.
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Introduction to Supercomputing
2023-12-13 09:00 - 12:30 | Online
What will you learn in this training?
In this training you will do practical exercises to learn how to use the national supercomputer Snellius effectively and how to complete your tasks with minimal effort in the shortest possible time.
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Anyone who wants to know how to perform huge computing tasks.The language of instruction is English.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of Unix shell is useful.

Introduction training supercomputing part I
2024-01-15 09:00 - 13:00 | SURF Amsterdam, Science Park 140, Amsterdam, 1098 XG, Netherlands
What will you learn in this training?
In this training you will do practical exercises to learn how to use the national supercomputer Snellius effectively and how to complete your tasks with minimal effort in the shortest possible time.
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For whom.
Anyone who wants to know how to perform huge computing tasks.
The language of instruction is English.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of Unix shell is useful.

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Introduction training supercomputing part II
2024-01-15 13:30 - 17:00 | SURF Amsterdam, Science Park 140, Amsterdam, 1098 XG, Netherlands
What will you learn in this course?
This course is a follow-up to the first introductory Supercomputing course, where you can take a deeper dive into the use of supercomputers with a special focus on efficiency and good practices and a very practical approach.
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The format of this course includes the following modules:

Fundamentals of performance analysis. This introductory technical presentation introduces high-performance hybrid systems, abstractly covering the architecture and configuration of the system. Our aim is to enhance the understanding of HPC complexity before delving deeper into the importance of performance analysis models. Special attention is paid to the Roofline model.

Abstract Modelling hybrid supercomputers. Presenting an abstract modelling approach for hybrid supercomputers, condensing their complexity into three key parameters: peak performance, memory and network bandwidth.
Performance analysis. Explore performance analysis, starting with an overview of different models and going deeper into the specifics of the roofline model.
The roofline model. Describing the roofline model and presenting its practical application through clear explanations and demonstrations.

File systems. This practical session covers the proper use of file systems on HPC systems, especially on Snellius.
Slurm hybrid tasks. Slurm, a widely used job scheduler for high-performance computing (HPC) systems, has been introduced in earlier sections for a basic understanding. This module covers the specific resource allocation parameters for hybrid jobs with shared and distributed memory.

Nodes, cores and tasks. This segment covers the fundamental concepts of nodes, cores and tasks, and highlights their role within the context of HPC systems.
Bindings. The concept of bindings is explored, providing insight into how tasks are associated with specific resources, improving participants’ understanding of resource allocation mechanisms.
Hands on. We will run the vector optics kernel with multiple configurations using a set of scripts.

QCG pilot job. In some cases, users need to run a large number of lightweight cases. However, the nodes of supercomputers are too powerful and only allow relatively large partitions. For example, the smallest possible allocation on Snellius is 1/4 of a node: 32 cores and 64 GB. Job concurrency is a common strategy for efficiently launching multiple lightweight jobs on such large partitions.

Fundamentals of job concurrency. This segment discusses the basic principles underlying job concurrency. Job concurrency is a methodological approach that enables the simultaneous execution of multiple smaller jobs within a larger allocated partition. The goal is to optimise resource utilisation and improve efficiency in scenarios where lighter tasks are executed on nodes designed for heavier workloads.
Hands-on QCG PilotJob. This hands-on session provides participants with hands-on experience of the QCG Pilotjob framework. Participants will gain practical insights into the strategies and techniques of using job concurrency to launch and manage multiple lightweight jobs within the context of bulky node partitions.

Prerequisites
Participation in the course Introduction to Supercomputing, Part I
The language of instruction is English
Location
This training course takes place at the VU Campus
De Boelelaan 1081, Amsterdam – Room WN-C203/C255
View the floor plan here

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Introduction SURF Research Cloud
2024-01-22 09:00 - 13:00 | UvA campus (Science Park) A1.16, Amsterdam, 1012 WP, Netherlands
This training course explains cloud computing in general. The accompanying hands-on approach introduces you to (some of) the many possibilities of SURF Research Cloud. You will learn how to create and manage your own virtual computing environment(s). At the end, you will feel comfortable enough to install your own applications, and benefit from the power of cloud computing.
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For whom?
Anyone who wants to use a flexible and customised environment to run powerful applications. It is also a useful kickstarter for current HPC Cloud users.
The working language is English.
Requirements

A browser (Chrome or Firefox is good enough)
Experience with Linux commands helps, but is not a requirement.

This training is a collaboration between SURF and the UvA, sponsored by EuroCC.
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Big Data Processing in Astronomy and Earth Observation: Synergies & Shared Challenges
2024-01-23 10:00 - 17:00 | SURF Utrecht, Moreelsepark 48, Utrecht, 3511 EP, Netherlands
Do you engage with Big Data in your research in Astronomy or Earth Observation? Or do you want to learn about innovative projects in these domains with a strong data processing component? Then join this seminar, organised by SURF and NSO, bringing together the Astronomy and Earth Observation communities to discuss shared challenges and best practices.
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Big (data) challenges
The challenges related to Big Data are similar for Astronomy & Earth Observation research. Both domains deal with ever-growing amounts of data and increasing complexity of data. Hence, mission and instrument teams are expected to deliver science/analysis-ready data products as it is not feasible anymore for the end-users to handle the pre-processing themselves.
Another effect of the increased data volumes and complexity is the migration of scientific workflows from desktops to Virtual Research Environments or HPC clusters. New AI algorithms and other optimizations are needed to plough through the huge datasets. And how is Big Data managed and shared in the context of the Open Science revolution?
In this seminar, we bring together two research communities with similar challenges, and learn how innovative Big Data projects in Astronomy and Earth Observation deal with:

data processing and analysis: how to get from raw data to science/analysis-ready data products and scientific workflows?
data storage and management: how to manage distributed and heterogenous datasets and storage systems following Open Science and FAIR principles?
emerging technologies: how to use AI, Quantum Computing, HPC, exascale computing to tackle Big Data challenges?

Innovative projects and inspiring speakers

Gijs Nelemans (RU) – LISA
John Swinbank (ASTRON) – Square Kilometer Array
Edwin Valentijn (RUG) – Euclid NL Data Center
Anthony Brown (UL) – Gaia
Steven Bloemen (RU) – BlackGEM
Natalie Danezi (SURF) – The National Research IT Infrastructure
Ad Stoffelen (KNMI) – EUMETSAT Satellite Application Facilities
Jochen Landgraf (SRON) – TROPOMI
Jaap Langemeijer (Deltares) – Global Water Watch
Pier Siebesma (TUD/KNMI) – Ruisdael Observatory
Meiert Grootes (eScience center) – Remote Sensing Deployable Analysis Environment

Organisation Committee

Haili Hu (SURF)
Raymond Oonk (SURF)
Jolien Diekema (NSO)
Raymond Sluiter (NSO)

For whom
Researchers, IT support and Project Managers that are active in Astronomy or Earth Observation.

Training TRANSITS 1
2024-01-24 09:00 - 2024-01-26 17:00 | SURF Utrecht, Moreelsepark 48, Utrecht, 3511 EP, Netherlands
Responding to current situation
The TRANSITS 1 course is the basic and among others developed by SURF in a European context for CSIRTs, and is the basic training. It dates from 2001 and has been in great demand worldwide ever since. In the process, the teaching material has been constantly updated.
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Getting started with Transits 1
The following components are covered:

organisational aspects
operational aspects
technical background
legal and regulatory aspects

Attention to own input
The TRANSITS training is a full 3-day programme for 2 groups of up to 14 participants each. This gives you room for a lot of personal input and you can ask all your questions. Thanks to the cooperation with NCSC-NL, you will meet participants from all types of CSIRTs in the Netherlands; so you will get even more out of the training.
Lunch is included – you pay for any overnight stay yourself.
For whom?
Are you (or will you be) a member of the local CSIRT within your own institution? Then you are very welcome to participate. In addition, the training is excellent for security officers and ICT managers who want to know what a CSIRT entails. If you participate, we expect you to have basic knowledge of internet technology and security.

Programme
We start all training days at 9am with coffee. On days 1 and 2, we will work from 9.30 to 17.30! We conclude day 1 with a communal dinner. On day 3, we hand out certificates to all participants at the end of the day’s programme, at 16.00.

Cost
Cost for this training course:

SURF members: 350 euro (excluding VAT)
Non-members of SURF: 1,050 euro (excluding VAT)

Registration and cancellation

Registration is not optional; please read the cancellation conditions for SURFacademy meetings.

Supercomputing Info Day
2024-01-24 10:00 - 12:30 | Online
Do you know how supercomputing can benefit your company?
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Our primary aim is to raise awareness about supercomputing and the offerings of our respective NCCs for the industry. Through this event, we intend to showcase successful HPC use cases that have significantly benefited various companies in the different countries.
COLLABORATIVE INFO DAY :
NCC Slovenia, NCC Netherlands, NCC Montenegro, NCC Cyprus, NCC Spain

AGENDA
On-line event

Introduction to Deep Learning
2024-01-29 09:00 - 13:00 | UvA campus (Science Park) A1.16, Amsterdam, 1012 WP, Netherlands
You will learn how deep neural networks work and how they are optimised. During our hands-on sessions, you will get the chance to work on our high-performance systems and train neural networks to solve an image classification problem. We cover different neural network architectures: from a basic fully connected network, to a convolutional neural network and variational auto-encoders (time permitting).
The language of instruction is English.
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What will you learn in this course?

Understand how a neuron and neural network work
Understand how a neural network is trained
Investigate the effect of hyperparameters on the performance of neural networks
Working with a high-level machine learning API (Keras)

For whom.
Anyone who is interested in deep learning, but has no (or little) current experience & knowledge.
Prerequisites

Python
Basic linear algebra
Basic statistics

Topics

Neural network: basic principles

How does a neuron work?
Fully connected networks
Training/optimising a neural network

Convolutional neural networks (CNNs)
(Variational) Auto-encoders

This training is a collaboration between SURF and the UvA, sponsored by EuroCC.

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Introduction of SANE (Secure Analysis Environment)
2024-02-06 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Are you a researcher interested in utilising sensitive data and exploring opportunities for secure data analysis? Then don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the future of secure data analytics with SANE.

Starting January 2024, SANE will be available for use by data providers and researchers. All researchers from various fields and backgrounds are welcome to join the webinar.

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Agenda:

14.00-14.10 – Introduction to SANE by Lucas van der Meer (CTO, ODISSEI) and Annette Langedijk (Research Partnership Lead, SURF)
14.10-14.30 – Live demonstration of SANE by Ahmad Hesam (Project Manager, SURF) and Martin Brandt (Solution Architect, SURF)
14.30-14.45 – Presentation of use cases making sensitive data available via SANE, along with insights into working with SANE
14.45 – 15.00 – Q&A Session

About SANE
SANE, a virtual environment developed by SURF, CLARIAH, and ODISSEI, enables researchers to analyse sensitive data while allowing data providers to maintain full control. The environment runs on the ISO 27001 certified SURF Research Cloud platform and has been thoroughly tested with an independent penetration test.
Starting January 2024, it will be available for use by data providers and researchers, with ongoing functionality enhancements throughout 2024. More information about SANE will be shared as soon as available.
About the Collaborators:
SURF: A cooperative of Dutch education and research institutions dedicated to enhancing digital services and fostering knowledge sharing through innovation.
CLARIAH: A distributed research infrastructure for the humanities and social sciences, providing access to extensive digital data collections and user-friendly applications.
ODISSEI: The national research infrastructure for the social sciences in the Netherlands, facilitating groundbreaking research through data, expertise, and resources.

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Essentials 4 Data Support
2024-02-08 - 2024-03-21 | DANS, Anna van Saksenlaan 51, Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, 2593 HW, Netherlands
About the course
This course teaches data supporters basic knowledge and skills (essentials) to take the first steps in supporting researchers in storing, managing, archiving and sharing research data. After the course, you will have an overview of the different phases of scientific research data. For each phase, you will get tools to advise researchers on adding value to their research data.
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Course structure
Besides acquiring knowledge, practising and sharing knowledge are central. You can follow the course in two ways:

Online only (free of charge)
Full course: online + meetings + certificate (895 euro excl. VAT)

Time investment
Besides attending two course days, the average online study load is four to six hours per week (fifty hours in total).
For whom
The course is aimed at anyone who wants to support researchers in storing, managing, archiving and sharing research data: a data supporter. For example, (data) librarians, IT staff and researchers with data management tasks.
Organisation
Research Data Netherlands (RDNL) is a partnership for sustainable data archiving. Parties involved:

4TU.ResearchData
Data Archiving and Networked Services (DANS)
Dutch Techcentre for Life Sciences (DTL)
SURF

More information and registration
Visit the Research Data Netherlands site for more information on the full programme and how to register.

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Introduction to Supercomputing, part I
2024-02-13 09:00 - 12:30 | Online
What will you learn in this training?
In this training you will:
• understand what is high-performance computing (HPC)
• learn basic details on clusters and supercomputers
• do practical exercises on the national supercomputer Snellius effectively
• apply the essential best practices on how to work effectively with large HPC systems
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Anyone who wants to know how to perform very large computing tasks.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of Unix shell is useful.
Language
This webinar will be in English

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Quantum Internet Hackathon 2024
2024-02-15 - 2024-02-16 | TU Delft Library, Prometheusplein 1, Delft, Netherlands
Are you ready to hack the future of the quantum internet? Participants gather in local teams and are brought together virtually to tackle challenges, share projects, discuss progress and give feedback. Sign up for this pan-European hackathon!
Read moreRegister for this pan-European quantum hackathon before February 12! SURF is a partner in the organisation. More information about the programme and susbscription procedure via the Quantum Internet Alliance website.

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Workshop Linux Basics
2024-02-15 12:30 - 17:00 | Wageningen University & Research, Droevendaalsesteeg 4, Wageningen, 6708 PB, Netherlands
Linux Basics for HPC
Are you interested in using the High Performance Computing Cluster (HPC) but lack the basic Linux knowledge? Join the course on the basics of Linux for working on the HPC clusters. You will learn the Linux commands and skills needed to create repetitive tasks.

Location
Wageningen University & Research – Forum B0432
Costs

For WUR HPC group members: free
For externals: 250 euro

Registration and cancellation

Registration is mandatory via email at: it-workshops@wur.nl

Workshop Linux grondbeginselen
2024-02-15 12:30 - 17:00 | Wageningen University & Research, Droevendaalsesteeg 4, Wageningen, 6708 PB, Netherlands
Linux voor HPC
Ben je geïnteresseerd in het gebruik van het High Performance Computing Cluster (HPC) maar beschik je niet over de basiskennis van Linux? Volg de cursus over de basisbeginselen van Linux voor het werken op HPC-clusters. Je leert de Linux-commando’s en vaardigheden die nodig zijn om repetitieve taken te maken.

Locatie
Wageningen Universiteit & Research – Forum B0432
Kosten

Voor WUR HPC-groepsleden: gratis
Voor externen: 250 euro

Registratie en annulering

Inschrijven is verplicht via e-mail op: it-workshops@wur.nl

Cluster computing for social scientists with R - CANCELLED
2024-02-16 09:00 - 17:00 | SURF Amsterdam, Science Park 140, Amsterdam, 1098 XG, Netherlands
CANCELLEDIn this course, you will learn the basics of supercomputing. The day starts with an introduction to supercomputer architecture, including a hands-on session focused on running jobs on a supercomputer.
The second half of the programme focuses on translating your R workflow from a GUI (Rstudio) workflow on your desktop to a scripting/batch environment on the supercomputer. Topics covered here include: efficient programming, parallel computing, and using the SLURM job manager to send your job/analysis to the supercomputer.
Sign upIn this course you will:

Do practical exercises to learn how to effectively use the Lisa national computing cluster and the national supercomputer, and how to complete your tasks with minimal effort in the shortest possible time.
Experience how to achieve high performance with R by using SURF’s supercomputing facilities.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of Linux (Unix shell) is useful
Basic knowledge of R is useful

You must have:
A personal laptop with an up-to-date browser and a terminal emulator (Putty for users of the OSSC/CBS RA environment). Using the operating systems Linux and macOS is preferred but not mandatory. For Windows users, we recommend downloading MobaXterm (portable version) as a terminal emulator. If you are limited in your choice, Putty also works.
Acknowledgements
This course has been sponsored by the EuroCC project.

Save the date: SURF Tech Trends Workshop 27 February 2024
2024-02-27 | SURF Utrecht, Moreelsepark 48, Utrecht, 3511 EP, Netherlands
The next Tech Trends workshop is scheduled for 27 February 2024. This time we will focus on developments around Brain Computer Interfaces (BCI), a system that allows brain signals to be measured, analysed, classified and converted into actions by a computer. Curious about how it relates to education and research? Keep an eye on the SURF agenda!

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Quantum Computing: From Research to Industry
2024-02-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Join us for an exclusive webinar where we delve into the fascinating realm of Quantum Computing, in collaboration with NCC France and NCC Netherlands. This joint initiative brings together experts and enthusiasts to explore the latest advancements, challenges, and industry perspectives in quantum computing.
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What to Expect:

Introduction to Quantum Computing: Gain insights into the fundamentals of quantum computing, including logic gates, annealers, and analog computing.
Qaptiva: Quantum Computing Emulator: Discover an innovative quantum computing emulator developed by industry experts.
HPC-Quantum Infrastructures: Learn about the French Hybrid HPC Quantum Initiative (HQI) and its mission to provide free access to HPC-Quantum infrastructures for open research.
Handling Quantum Applications: Explore effective strategies for handling quantum applications at the user level.
Algorithm Design for Quantum Computers: Delve into the world of quantum algorithms and learn how to design algorithms tailored for quantum computers.
Building Quantum Hardware: Gain insights into the hardware side of quantum computing and explore the latest developments.

Program & Speakers:

Jean-Baptiste Latre
Olivier Hess
Félix Givois
David Maier
Victor Land
Daan Kuitenbrouwer

Hosted by:

Karim Azoum, Teratec Program Director, NCC France Director
Carlos Teijeiro Barjas, Advisor Supercomputing, SURF, NCC Netherlands

Registration: Secure your spot now by clicking here to register and receive the webinar link.
Can’t Make It? No worries! The webinar will be recorded and accessible for replay here.
Don’t miss this collaborative effort to explore the cutting-edge world of quantum computing and its transformative potential. Register now and embark on a journey towards quantum enlightenment!

Seminar: Hardware innovation technologies for IT in research
2024-03-05 11:00 - 17:00 | SURF Utrecht, Moreelsepark 48, Utrecht, 3511 EP, Netherlands
About the seminar
SURF, together with partners, is exploring new hardware technologies for IT in research. In this seminar, we present selected new technologies that accelerate scientific workflows, e.g. simulations, AI and massive data processing. We focus on the latest developments for processors, accelerators, storage and networking technologies that are available, or will soon be available. We hope this meeting will also strengthen our collaborations and identify opportunities for new collaborations.
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Do you have a new hardware technology of your own that you would like to briefly present at this seminar? You can! Please contact Raymond Oonk for this at raymond.oonk@surf.nl.
Programme
The seminar will take place in conference room 3.5.

10.30 – 11.00 hrs.
Walk-in and coffee at SURF

11.00 – 11.15 hrs.
Introduction: big data science driven technologies
Raymond Oonk (SURF)

11.15 – 11.40 hrs.
Evolution in CPUs, accelerators and storage media
Erik Kooistra (Nikhef)

11.40 – 12.05 hrs.
AI and Co-design of ICT systems
Chris Broekema

12.05 – 12.45 hrs.
Lunch at SURF

12.45 – 13.10 hrs.
Hardware for accelerating AI applications
Duncan Kampert (SURF)

13.10 – 13.35 hrs.
New GPU, FPGA and network technologies for radio astronomical instruments
John Romein (Astron)

13.35 – 14.00
Data logistics and network developments
Tristan Suerink (Nikhef)

14.00 – 14.25 hrs.
Developments in (inter)national network
Pieter de Boer (SURF)

14.25 – 14.50 hrs.
SURF experimental technologies platform
Bas van der Vlies (SURF)

14.50 – 15.20 hrs.
Coffee break at SURF

15.20 – 16.00 hrs.
Futuring session and opportunity for short presentations by participants
Raymond Oonk (SURF)

16.00 – 16.10 hrs.
Concluding
Raymond Oonk (SURF)

16.10 – 17.00
Drinks at SURF

For whom.
This seminar is intended for research IT experts supporting research groups and for researchers researching or already working with new hardware technologies.

Introduction to Supercomputing, part I
2024-03-12 09:00 - 12:30 | Online
What will you learn in this training?
In this training you will

understand what is high-performance computing (HPC)
learn basic details on clusters and supercomputers
do practical exercises on the national supercomputer Snellius effectively
apply the essential best practices on how to work effectively with large HPC systems

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For whom?
Anyone who wants to know how to perform very large computing tasks.
Basic knowledge of Unix shell is useful.

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Introduction to SURF Research Cloud
2024-03-12 13:00 - 17:00 | Erasmus University Rotterdam, Burgemeester Oudlaan 50, Rotterdam, 3062PA, Netherlands
This training explains cloud computing in general. The accompanying hands-on approach introduces you to (some of) the many features of SURF Research Cloud. You will learn how to create and manage your own virtual computing environment(s). By the end, you will feel comfortable enough to install your own applications, and benefit from the power of cloud computing.
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For whom?
Anyone who wants to use a flexible and customized environment to run powerful applications.
The language of instruction is English.
Requirements
Bring your own laptop.
A browser (Chrome or Firefox is good enough).
Experience with Linux commands helps, but is not a requirement.

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Spring HPC School: Introduction to Advanced Computing
2024-04-08 09:00 - 2024-04-12 14:00 | Eindhoven University of Technology, De Zaale 32, Eindhoven, Netherlands
For whom?
This introductory course is aimed at first-time and novice users of high-performance computing facilities. Many researchers can benefit from using a such supercomputing facilities to speed up their research or enable them to solve bigger problems.
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What to expect?
Day 1 & 2
In the first two half-day sessions (primer course) you will learn how to use (remote) Linux machines, demystify the Linux terminal, upload & edit files, automating tasks etc. We will cover the basics of file version control using Git. In addition, we will talk about the “supercomputing staircase” and how you as a TU/e researcher can gain access to suitable computing facilities, both local & national. The knowledge in this course is also a prerequisite for other sessions in the Spring HPC School.
Day 3
The third day will be an introduction to spuercomputing with hands-on. If you need to perform many calculations, or analyses that are too big for your own system, clusters and supercomputers will provide the computing power you need. You will learn how to work with these large computing systems!
During this do you will:

understand what is high-performance computing (HPC)
learn basic details on clusters and supercomputers
do practical exercises on the national supercomputer Snellius effectively
apply the essential best practices on how to work effectively with large HPC systems

Day 4
Finally, the fourth day will be dedicated to cloud computing. Do you want to create and manage your own work environment and run powerful applications on it? SURF Research Cloud opens the door to cloud computing on different platforms. During this day, your workload runs on the SURF HPC Cloud platform in Amsterdam.
Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of Unix shell is useful.
Bring your own laptop.
A browser (Chrome or Firefox is good enough).
Experience with Linux commands helps, but is not a requirement.

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NWO ICT.OPEN2024
2024-04-10 - 2024-04-11 | Jaarbeurs, Utrecht, Jaarbeursplein 6, Utrecht, 3521 AL
NWO ICT.OPEN brings scientists from all ICT research disciplines and industries together to learn, share ideas, and network. The conference will take place on 10 & 11 April 2024 at the Jaarbeurs, Utrecht.
Read moreDo you want to present your research results at NWO ICT.OPEN2024? Then check out the tracks and submit your abstract for a demo, oral and/or poster presentation.
The deadline for abstract submission is 16 January 2024.
Programme overview
