Share large volumes of data with collaborators
The Globus 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. O2 account required. HMS affiliate O2 users can also use it by setting up a Globus account via the HMS RC Core.
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Security
Transfers are secure and reliable.EncryptionGlobus 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, 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.