Edge is collaborating with six higher education institutions in New Jersey, including Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) and community colleges, to improve access to advanced research networks and related cyber-infrastructure, aiming to reduce disparities for smaller and less resourced institutions. This initiative focuses on enhancing internet connectivity, deploying network monitoring and optimization capability, and offering specialized training programs to bolster research and education and enhance professional IT support.
U.S. National Science Foundation
CC* Regional Networking: Connectivity through Regional Infrastructure for Scientific Partnerships, Innovation, and Education (CRISPIE)
PI – Forough Ghahramani
AVP, Research & Innovation, Edge
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Co-PI- Tabbetha Amanda Dobbins
Dean of the Graduate School; Professor, Department of Physics & Astronomy, Rowan University
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James Barr von Oehsen
Vice Chancellor for Research Computing; Director, Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center, University of Pittsburgh | Pitt Research; Research Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University
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Stefan Robila
Professor of Computer Science and the Director of the Computational Sensing Laboratory, Montclair State University
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Eric William Marshall
Director of Advanced Computing Infrastructure, Office of Advanced Research Computing, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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Project Quad Chart
Events and Presentations
Developing a Successful Grant Proposal
September 27, 2024
12:00-1:00 pm ET
Speakers:
Inna Kouper, Ph.D.
Gail Blaustein
Rick McMullen, Ph.D.
Greg Monaco, Ph.D.
Research Advisors Group
Workshop Abstract: Writing and submitting a successful grant proposal is a lot like designing a product. It takes planning and teamwork. When you submit the proposal, you and your team want to be proud of the work that you’ve put in and feel that you have a better than average likelihood for success. This workshop will provide you with the foundation to accomplish this. The essentials to be covered include choosing the right competition, building an effective team, demonstrating your organization’s competence and making a winning argument. Information about current funding opportunities will also be shared.
InCommon Workshop Series
October 2024 – February 2025
Invitation only.
A set of workshops focused on InCommon Federation will be offered, and is reserved for members of partner institutions participating in the CC* Regional Networking: Connectivity through Regional Infrastructure for Scientific Partnerships, Innovation, and Education (CRISPIE) project.
InCommon provides integrated service and software solutions to address the following needs: single sign-on (SSO), access to cloud and local services, and seamless global collaboration for students, faculty, staff, and researchers. To learn more about InCommon, visit https://incommon.org/academy/conferences-and-workshops/.
Speakers:
Anne West, Associate Vice President for Trust and Identity, Internet2
Jean Chorazyczewski, Director, InCommon Academy, Internet2
Albert Wu, InCommon Federation Manager, InCommon / Internet2 Trust & Identity
Leveraging National Supercomputing Resources for Research and Education
November 14, 2024
12:00 PM ET
Speaker:
Stephen Deems, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC)
Abstract:
The essential role of Cyberinfrastructure (CI) in scientific research will be discussed, highlighting the national resources available to support CI. Specifically, we will explore the NAIRR Pilot and the NSF-funded ACCESS Allocations program and demonstrate how researchers and educators can take advantage of advanced computing systems—completely free of charge!
The Impact of AI on Education
December 6, 2024
12:00-1:00 PM ET
Speaker:
Lukman Ramsey, Ph.D., Head of AI Solutions for Public Sector and Education, Google
This presentation will explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in the educational sector. Drawing on Dr. Ramsey’s extensive experience, he will outline the key challenges currently being addressed by AI technologies and will delve into specific applications, particularly in AI-driven tutoring and personalized learning experiences. The discussion will highlight innovative solutions developed by Google, demonstrating recent advancements and envisioning the future trajectory of AI in education.
Empowering Secure Data-Driven Research:
A Workshop on Science DMZ, Globus, and InCommon Federation
January 8, 2025
1:00 – 4:00 PM ET
In-Person Workshop
Princeton University
Speakers:
Rachana Ananthakrishnan – Executive Director, Globus, University of Chicago
Romy Bolton – Director of Project Management, Internet2
Jean Chorazyczewski – Director – InCommon Academy, Internet2
Jason Zurawski – Science Engagement Engineer, Energy Sciences Network (ESnet), Scientific Networking Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Abstract:
This informative workshop offers a comprehensive overview of Science DMZ, Globus, and the InCommon Federation, focusing on how these technologies can support secure and efficient data-driven research collaborations. Participants will gain insights into how Science DMZ environments optimize network configurations for data-intensive research, explore Globus as a powerful tool for reliable data management and automation, and understand the role of InCommon Federation in simplifying identity management and resource sharing across institutions. This session provides foundational knowledge to help attendees enhance data accessibility, security, and collaborative capabilities within their research infrastructures.
Join us for this session designed to empower researchers, research computing and information technology (IT) professionals with essential insights for creating secure, high-performance data transfer frameworks that enhance collaborative research capabilities.
There is no fee to attend this workshop. Light refreshments will be served for attendees.
Introduction to Open Science Grid (OSG)
January 24, 2025
12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
Speaker:
Miron Levy, John P. Morgridge Professor of Computer Science
UW Center for High Throughput Computing
Technical Director of the OSG
Morgridge Institute for Research
University of Wisconsin
Abstract:
OSG (Open Science Grid) and PATh (Partnership to Advance Throughput Computing). PATh is a partnership launched by the NSF in 2020 between UW-Madison Center for High Throughput Computing (CHTC) and the OSG Consortium to advance Throughput Computing. Established in 2005, the OSG Consortium operates a fabric of distributed High Throughput Computing (dHTC) services in support of the National Science & Engineering community. The research collaborations, campuses, national laboratories, and software providers that form the consortium are unified in their commitment to advance open science via these services.
CRISPIE Press Release and Articles
Edge Receives $857,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) Grant to Enhance Network Connectivity for New Jersey Higher Education Institutions
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