Jisc provides Janet, the national research and education network in the UK. Bob Day, Executive Director, Janet and Chief Technology Officer, Jisc technologies, said:
“It is welcome news that the G7 ICT Ministers have recognised the vital role of national research and education networks in the digital knowledge economy and more generally in addressing research challenges of a global nature. These dedicated, high-capacity and resilient networks support truly global connectivity, enabling these communities to be more collaborative, and upskilling the workforce through innovative teaching and learning practices. We welcome also the European Union’s continued support for the GÉANT collaboration which, by speeding up the pace of research, enhances Europe’s competitiveness — for example by promoting the open scienceparadigm and European Cloud Initiative. In Janet in the UK, we have a network built specifically built for the research and education sector, which gives our more than 18 mi…
G7 ICT Ministers meeting highlights importance of NRENs and GEANT
