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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Would you like to find out more about SURF AI? We’ve compiled the answers to frequently asked questions.

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"The OOAPI is basically a common language, allowing institutions to collaborate"

Future-proof progress: 4 questions on the Open Education API

Version 6 of the Open Education API (OOAPI) is out! What this means, and why it is especially important for institutions right now, is explained by three members of the new steering group that oversees this shared standard. “OOAPI ultimately saves you a lot of work.”

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SURF Research Day

Winners Research Support Champion Award 2025

During SURF Research Day 2025, the fifth Research Support Champions were announced. Read all about the winners here.

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5 questions on cyber security in mbo

"What you don't have, can't get stolen"

On 25 and 26 June 2025, Rotterdam's Zadkine welcomed visitors to the SURF Security & Privacy Conference. A great occasion, in the run-up to this annual event, to take a look at some current topics around cyber security in the mbo.

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The growth of the Green Village Data Platform: from 10,000 messages per year to 100 million per day

Green Village is a loosely regulated open-air laboratory located on the campus of Delft University of Technology. Researchers live and work in this laboratory, surrounded by projects in the fields of sustainability, energy and climate adaptation.

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10 years of open and online education: best tools and insights in a row

In 2015, the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science launched the Open & Online Education Incentive Scheme to promote open educational resources and online education. After ten years, we take stock: what has the scheme concretely delivered for education? And what can you as an education professional do with it?

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How Quantum Key Distribution improves security: call for co-creation

The development of quantum computing poses a significant risk to current encryption methods: namely, quantum computers have the potential to break commonly used algorithms, rendering traditional security measures inadequate in the next decade. SURF invites its members to explore solutions through co-creation.

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Winners of the SURF Education Awards 2024

The SURF Education Awards 2024 have been awarded once again! This year, three outstanding individuals who have dedicated themselves to advancing IT in Dutch education were honoured with the coveted awards.

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The five most frequently asked questions (and answers) about SURFcert

Who or what is SURFcert and how does it benefit your institution? Below are the most frequently asked questions and, of course, the corresponding answers.

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