Share large volumes of data with collaborators
The Globus Connect platform is designed for researchers who need to transfer large data sets securely and efficiently. It supports exchanging files between O2-accessible storage, local workstations, and external collaborators in the Globus.org network. With features like background transfers, scheduled transfers, and a web console for monitoring, it streamlines the process of sharing gigabytes or terabytes of data.
To access the service, create an account at Globus.org.
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Eligibility
Available to HMS community and some external collaboratorsFaculty, Staff StudentsThis service is for HMS Quad-based faculty, staff, students, and their externally sponsored collaborators. HMS affiliate O2 users can also use it by setting up via the HMS RC Core and creating a Globus account.
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Security
Transfers are secure and reliable.EncryptionGlobus Connect ensures the safety of your data with encrypted transfers, providing a secure way to share large files with collaborators. Whether you're sending data to or from O2 storage, local file storage, or AWS S3 Buckets, your information is protected.
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Features
Optimized for large file sharing.Efficient SecureWith Globus Connect, you can enjoy optimized file transfers, bidirectional transfers to and from O2 accessible storage, background and scheduled transfers, a web console for monitoring, command line features for automation, and support for AWS S3 Buckets. It also offers a desktop client for Linux, macOS, and Windows.