Chicago, September – At the 6th Global Research Platform (GRP), SURF joined peers from around the world to share progress, exchange insights, and strengthen collaboration in global research networking.

In my presentation, I highlighted SURF’s next steps:

• Updates on SURFnet Infinity and NetherLight
• Terabit trials with CERN and the LUMI supercomputer
• Explorations in quantum-secure networking and fiber sensing

A recurring theme at GRP was the importance of the federated approach: each NREN serves its own members, but together we form a global infrastructure that supports research at scale. This balance of local autonomy and international collaboration is vital to the community’s success.

Many thanks to Joe Mambretti, Maxine Brown, and the GRP community for fostering an open, collaborative environment. SURF looks forward to continuing this work and helping shape the future of international research & education networking.