Exciting News: AWS to Launch New Region in Spain by Mid-2022
Set to be located in Aragon, the forthcoming AWS Europe (Spain) Region will feature three Availability Zones. This expansion will empower organizations of various sizes—from startups to large enterprises and public sector entities—by providing access to local infrastructure while adhering to stringent security standards, regulations, and data protection measures. This initiative aims to reduce latency, enhance security, improve scalability, and drive innovation and digital transformation throughout Spain. For further insights on AWS’s impact, check out this another blog post that dives deeper into the topic.
Celebrating the Winners of the 2021 AWS Global Public Sector Partner Awards
by Lisa White
on 15 JUN 2021
in Announcements, AWS Partner Network, Public Sector, Public Sector Partners
We extend our gratitude to all our AWS Public Sector Partners, whose contributions are vital in fostering innovation, expediting digital transformation, and achieving results for our AWS customers. Join us for the virtual launch of the 2021 AWS Global Public Sector Partners Awards on June 30, 2021, at 12:00 PM ET, or watch it on demand. Hosted by SiliconANGLE Media’s theCUBE, this special event will feature interviews with our award winners and their customers. Additionally, you can discover all the winners in this post.
AWS Facilitates the US Government’s Transition to IPv6
by Ethan Johnson
on 15 JUN 2021
in Amazon Elastic Container Service, AWS Site-to-Site VPN, Government, Public Sector
Over the past 16 years, the U.S. government has been progressing towards IPv6 adoption, necessitating federal agencies to implement IPv6 for both public internet servers and internal applications. AWS is dedicated to supporting this transition, enabling public sector clients to adopt IPv6 as their missions allow. For insights into the technical aspects of this transition, refer to this excellent resource.
NYU Langone Center Enhances MRI Accessibility Through Data Sharing and Research
by Mia Torres and Jake Lee
on 14 JUN 2021
in Amazon EC2, Artificial Intelligence, AWS Elastic Beanstalk, Healthcare, Public Sector
Approximately 40 million MRI scans are conducted annually in the United States. While MRIs play a crucial role in diagnostic processes, they are not always included in a patient’s care plan. A research team at the NYU Langone Center aims to enhance MRI accessibility for more patients through the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and the advantages of cooperative open data sharing.
Data Egress Waiver Available for Qualified Researchers and Institutions
by AWS Public Sector Blog Team
on 10 JUN 2021
in Education, Public Sector, Research
The Global Data Egress Waiver (GDEW) program assists eligible researchers and academic institutions in utilizing AWS cloud storage, computing, and database services by waiving data egress fees. This program can be an invaluable asset for researchers and institutions, providing them with a more predictable budget and greater access to cloud resources than they would otherwise have.
Governor Kemp Announces Commitment to Technical Skills Training for 5,500 Georgia Residents
by Sarah Thompson and Mark Richardson
on 09 JUN 2021
in AWS Training and Certification, Government, Public Sector, State or Local Government
Georgia has emerged as a leader in the rapidly growing technology sector. Forbes has identified Atlanta as one of the top five U.S. cities positioned to become a future tech hub, with a 46 percent increase in tech jobs since 2010. The new initiative, launched by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), the Georgia Department of Education (GADOE), the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), and Amazon Web Services (AWS), aims to support the growth of Georgia’s technology sector, tackle challenges posed by the pandemic, and ensure that training, curriculum, and job search assistance are accessible to rural communities.
NGA State Grantees Leverage Machine Learning to Connect Job Seekers with Opportunities
by Sarah Thompson and Mark Richardson
on 08 JUN 2021
in Government, Nonprofit, Public Sector, State or Local Government
The National Governors Association (NGA) is collaborating with Research Improving People’s Lives (RIPL), a nonprofit in Rhode Island dedicated to helping governments enhance policy and improve lives through data, science, and technology. By employing machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), and AWS, RIPL is unlocking previously isolated government data to provide job seekers with career-path and reskilling recommendations, as well as tailored employment opportunities, enabling state leaders to make significant strides in reducing unemployment.
The Role of Cloud Technology in Understanding and Managing Oceans
by Clara Martinez and Tim Brown
on 08 JUN 2021
in Education, Nonprofit, Public Sector, Research, Sustainability
The vast majority of the world’s waters remain unmapped, making it essential to gain a comprehensive understanding of ocean systems to protect and preserve these resources. The Amazon Sustainability Data Initiative (ASDI) is committed to providing better access to foundational data that empowers researchers, businesses, and policymakers in effectively monitoring and managing the ocean’s invaluable resources.
Scaling COVID-19 Vaccination Scheduling: Enhancing REDCap with AWS
by Alex Green and Jamie Simmons
on 07 JUN 2021
in Academic medical centers, Amazon CloudFront, AWS Cloud Development Kit, AWS Elastic Beanstalk, AWS Support, AWS Well-Architected, Education, Healthcare, Public Sector, Technical How-to
In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, efficient scheduling for vaccinations has become paramount. The integration of AWS with REDCap has enabled significant scaling of vaccination scheduling efforts, enhancing the overall healthcare response to the crisis.
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