GÉANT's SIG-AI joins forces with the SIG-RED
The 7th SIG-AI for NRENs meeting joins forces with SIG-RED to explore the strategic intersection of Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure and Research Engagement. As AI continues to transform the research landscape, NRENs must bridge the gap between providing high-performance technical facilities and ensuring researchers are effectively supported and engaged. This joint session will focus on practical NREN strategies for AI deployment, featuring expert panels on infrastructure support and the emerging role of Agentic AI.
Theme: NREN Strategies for AI Infrastructure and Engagement
Timing EET | Topic & Presenter |
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Friday 12 June | |
9:00 - 9:10 | Welcome & Intro |
| 9:10 - 9:30 | Setting the Scene: Opening Talk and Live Polls "Six SIG-AI Meetings later" Panos Louridas (GRNET) |
| 9:30 - 10:30 | Panel 1: How are NRENs supporting AI for Research? Moderator: Eli Shmueli (IUCC) Panellists:
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| 10:30 - 11:00 | Coffee Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 | Panel 2: Agentic AI in NRENs: Assisting or Replacing Human Operators? Moderator: Leonie Schäfer (DFN) Panellists:
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12:00 - 12:30 | Closing & Future Outlook Key takeaways and feedback from the audience |
Date
The Side Meeting took place in Helsinki, Finland, on Friday, 12 June 2026. This 7th SIG-AI for NRENs meeting was held as a side meeting of TNC26.
For the full conference schedule and additional side meeting details, please visit the Official TNC26 Programme Page
Venue/Location
Side meetings took place at the Finlandia Hall which is located next door to the Helsinki Music Centre. You will find us in Room 22.
Meeting Resources
- Opening presentation: Six SIG-AI Meetings Later – Panos Louridas (PDF)
- Meeting Recap: Photos and highlights from the meeting are available here