2026 May EIDF town hall meeting - more details will follow soon IN -PERSON

Schedule

Tue May 05 2026 at 09:30 am to 11:45 am

UTC+01:00

Location

The Bayes Theorem & Atrium | Edinburgh, SC

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About this Event

Experience the forefront of research and innovation at the EIDF Town Hall 2026. Join us on 5th May 2026, Tuesday, for a hybrid event at Bayes that highlights leading-edge advancements and fosters connections within the research and technology community. Learn how the EIDF private research cloud infrastructure can support your goals and advance your projects. Hear from industry leaders as they demonstrate how the EIDF private research cloud is enabling innovation across diverse sectors. Discover how businesses, government organisations, and academic institutions leverage EIDF for advanced R&D, high-performance computing, and secure data management. Explore how our consultancy and data science services can help you achieve impactful results, whether through tailored solutions or by enhancing your teamโ€™s data capabilities.

Intended audience: This session is open to private companies, academics, and public institutions, highlighting the versatility of our private research cloud. If youโ€™re a current or prospective EIDF user, whether a Principal Investigator, data scientist, or data analyst, youโ€™ll get an inside look at everything the EIDF data science cloud offers. Newcomers can discover how to access and benefit from our resources, while returning users can find solutions to specific questions or challenges. Meet our experts, explore new partnerships, and learn how our cutting-edge infrastructure can advance your research and innovation.

Please note that the agenda will be updated - this is a placeholder for IN-PERSON REGISTRATION. If you wish to join remotely, go to: https://2026-05-EIDF-town-hall-meeting-REMOTE.eventbrite.co.uk

Why should you attend?

Discover real-world use cases: Learn how EIDF supports diverse projects from data-intensive research to innovative applications.

Engage with experts: Hear from our speakers about their experiences utilising EIDF in their professional and academic pursuits.

Interactive sessions: Participate in Q&A after each presentation, and gain insights directly from those at the forefront of their fields.

Stay updated: Receive the latest updates on new features and upcoming opportunities within the EIDF ecosystem.


What youโ€™ll take away:

Actionable insights: Equip yourself with knowledge you can apply directly to enhance your projects or research.

Network and collaborate: Connect with like-minded professionals across various industries and disciplines.

Resource awareness: Understand the full range of services and supports EIDF offers.


If you wish to submit a question or topic in advance, please feel free to do so via this form: EIDF Town Hall Pre-submitted questions


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Agenda

๐Ÿ•‘: 09:30 AM - 09:45 AM
Welcome and introduction
Host: Magdalena Drafi-McHugh
๐Ÿ•‘: 09:45 AM - 10:05 AM
1 Speaker TBC
๐Ÿ•‘: 10:05 AM - 10:25 AM
2 Speaker TBC
๐Ÿ•‘: 10:25 AM - 10:45 AM
2 Speaker TBC
๐Ÿ•‘: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Interactive Q&A
๐Ÿ•‘: 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Updates from EIDF director
๐Ÿ•‘: 11:30 AM - 11:40 AM
Wrap-up
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Where is it happening?

The Bayes Theorem & Atrium, The Bayes Centre, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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