Claudia Behnke
Claudia is a dedicated professional who combines a passion for ICT, Big Data, and Open Science with a mission to empower researchers and institutions. As a domain manager of SURF, she leads six specialized teams addressing technical challenges in high-throughput computing, cloud computing and storage, and data management, ensuring researchers have access to the tools and expertise they need to advance scientific discovery. Claudia is actively engaged in European initiatives, including serving as co-chair of EUDAT, where she contributes to shaping collaborative solutions for data infrastructure across Europe.
Driven by the belief that nothing is impossible, Claudia is building bridges between technology and research. She thrives on creating user-centered solutions, streamlining workflows, and optimizing resources to enhance productivity and enable groundbreaking discoveries. Her leadership inspires interdisciplinary collaboration, making her a promotor in advancing Open Science and ICT innovations.
Session
As the pace of digital transformation accelerates, advanced computing is at the forefront of groundbreaking innovation across research, industry, and society. In this plenary session, we delve into the latest technical developments shaping the field, from emerging high-performance computing (HPC) architectures and quantum technologies to AI-driven optimization and sustainable computing practices.
We will highlight key trends, share insights into the evolving landscape of computational tools, and discuss how these advancements empower researchers and institutions to tackle increasingly complex problems. Gain an understanding of how the cutting-edge capabilities of advanced computing are driving progress in domains like climate modelling, genomics, and artificial intelligence, and explore how SURF and EUROcc are supporting users to harness these developments effectively.