Life science research increasingly involves the generation of massive datasets that need to be shared, archived, or moved to high-performance computing environments. Relying on traditional transfer methods is challenging because of slow speeds, issues with data integrity, and drops in the connection that mean you need to start the transfer several times. This webinar introduces Globus as a powerful solution for life science researchers to manage these transfers with ease.
You will hear firsthand accounts of how life scientists are using Globus for uploading data to repositories like PRIDE, downloading from the ENA, and sharing data with collaborators at facilities such as the QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute. We will also explore the core features of Globus, including its ability to maintain data fidelity and security through a user-friendly interface.
Finally, the session will explain how AARNet is supporting Globus to solve complex data movement problems. You will learn how to determine if your institution has a subscription, and the differences between institutional licences and personal endpoints. Whether you are moving gigabytes or terabytes, this session will show you how to take the headache out of data movement.
Speakers:
Greg D’Arcy, Digital Research Product Manager, AARNet
Dr Farah Zaib Khan, Scientific Business Analyst, Australian BioCommons
Dr Rohan Lowe, Bioinformatician, La Trobe University
John Pearson, Manager, Genome Informatics Group, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute
Date/Time: Wednesday 13 May 2026, 12 - 1 pm AEST / 11:30 - 12:30 pm ACST / 10 - 11 am AWST (check in your timezone)
Who the webinar is for:
This webinar is for life scientists and bioinformaticians who need reliable methods for transferring large amounts of research data, either across Australia or internationally.
How to join:
This webinar is free to join, but you must register for a place in advance.
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