ISGC 2026
EGI Foundation at ISGC 2026
The exponential growth of research data is reshaping the scientific landscape. What once came mainly from controlled experiments is now complemented by continuous streams from sensors, simulations, and digital interactions. A central focus is the need for trustworthy and sovereign data ecosystems that allow researchers to retain control over sensitive resources while enabling collaboration across disciplines and borders. At the same time, the rise of AI-driven discovery and decision-making places new demands on data quality: models require information that is not only accurate but also transparent in origin, rights, and conditions of use.
ISGC 2026 will focus on the theme “Trustworthy Infrastructures and AI for Global Open Science – Enabling Data Sovereignty and Secure Research Collaboration”, addressing pressing issues such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Security, Data Sovereignty, Open Science, Research Infrastructures, Ethics of Computing, Societal Impacts, Misinformation and Disinformation, Sovereign Capabilities, Global Collaborations, and Science for a Sustainable Future. Bringing together leading experts from academia, research infrastructures, and industry, ISGC 2026 explores how emerging technologies—from AI and quantum-enhanced computing to big data analytics—can shape a trustworthy and sustainable future across disciplines.
The program spans 10 scientific topics: Physics & Engineering Applications, Health & Life Sciences, Earth & Environmental Sciences & Biodiversity, Social Sciences & Humanities, Virtual Research Environments, FAIR & Trusted Data, Networks & Security Infrastructures, Cloud & Virtualization, Converging High-Performance Computing, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Through keynotes, workshops, international project reports, and peer-reviewed contributions, ISGC 2026 continues to strengthen global collaborations, cultivate future scientific leaders, and bridge cutting-edge technologies with societal responsibility.
Sergio Andreozzi, Head of Strategy, Innovation and Communications at the EGI Foundation, is giving a keynote in the morning session on 18 March.
Federico Drago, Communications Specialist, supports Zhiming Zhao (University of Amsterdam) in the presentation of the ENVRI-Hub NEXT poster “Enhancing Virtual Research Environments for Environmental Research Using Advanced AI” in the poster session.
EGI CSIRT Security Workshop
Scope and Topics
The workshop will provide an end-to-end view of security, covering both preventive and reactive aspects. Topics include:- Risk management and threat assessment
- Security architecture and security controls
- Security operations and operational security practices
- Protection, detection, and response mechanisms
- Incident response planning and execution
- Digital forensics fundamentals
- Security logging, monitoring, and traceability
Learning Objectives
After completing the workshop, participants will be able to:- Understand security as a risk-driven process, starting from threat and risk assessment.
- Identify and evaluate appropriate security controls based on risk, impact, and operational constraints.
- Understand the key elements required to design a robust security architecture that supports prevention, detection, and response.
- Understand the role of security operations in maintaining continuous visibility and control.
- Prepare for security incidents through advance planning, including logging, monitoring, and response readiness.
- Understand how to respond effectively to security incidents, including containment, analysis, and recovery.
- Understand the basics of incident investigation and forensics, including evidence handling and traceability