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What you need to know about... fibre sensing

All across the Netherlands, fibre-optic cables are in the ground. But did you know that besides carrying data, they can be used for entirely different purposes as well? Fibre optics can provide scientists with a wealth of information by measuring strain, pressure, vibrations, or temperature. SURF is exploring the possibilities of this technology, known as fibre sensing, and its potential for research is significant.
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SURF Network & Cloud Event 2025

Networking, cloud and more under one roof

On Tuesday 30 September 2025, the new SURF Network & Cloud Event will take place in Gooiland Hilversum. This day brings together the best of two worlds: the familiar SURF Network Day and the SURF…
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We have SURF. Because all colleges and universities are in the same network system, the basic infrastructure is already there. That is the prerequisite for cooperation.
Bert Kremer, head of ICT at ArtEZ
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