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From advanced computing services, to Cloud data storage and sharing, we support projects with high technological complexity, with agility and speed.
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National Network for Advanced ComputingOCRE CLOUD
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European Supercomputing Student Program has open applications
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OCRE project funds cloud solutions for 15 European innovation projects
In order to demonstrate the role of commercial cloud solutions in the effectiveness of research projects, the Open Clouds for Research Environments (OCRE) project will support 15 projects.
3rd edition of the Advanced Computing Design Contest
The Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT), through its FCCN unit, opens applications for the 3rd edition of the Advanced Computing Projects Contest on October 25th.
New information session about the 3rd Advanced Computing Projects Contest
A new information session on the Advanced Computing Project Competition, organized by RNCA, will take place on January 25.
Conversation with Researchers: Artificial Intelligence in the Cloud
A meeting and debate with the researchers selected by the Advanced Computing Projects Competition: artificial intelligence in the cloud, with the presence of the Minister of Science and Technology and Higher Education, Elvira Fortunato.
Artificial Intelligence for Science Bootcamp
Bootcamp takes place between September 12 and 13. It is aimed at the community of Portuguese researchers and students who use GPUs as their main tool in HPC and Artificial Intelligence.