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First Polish AI Factory Consortium: PIAST-AI

Significant step towards making Europe a leader in AI technology has been taken – the PIAST-AI Factory at PCSS was selected by the European Commission to participate in the “AI Factories” program. This makes the Capital of Wielkopolska region a crucial driving force in the development of fields such as: IT, cybersecurity, space technologies, robotics, and sustainable development.

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PIAST-Q: A Leap for European Quantum Computing

PIAST-Q in Poznań, Poland is the first inauguration of a EuroHPC quantum computer marks a milestone in building a European quantum computing infrastructure. This is also the first EuroHPC infrastructure located in Poland.

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  • An image featuring the logo and text "eduMEET" and the slogan "4 SIMPLE STEPS" in the lower right, partially blurred. In the left-background, a woman is sitting at a laptop by large windows overlooking a parking lot. A few out-of-focus green plants are in the extreme foreground, especially in the right-bottom corner.

    The New Era of eduMEET: Scalable and Unrivaled Videoconferencing Federation for Academia and Research

    2026-07-24

    The open-source videoconferencing platform eduMEET, developed with significant contribution from PCSS, is entering a new phase of development. The primary direction of these changes is the establishment of a pan-European, federated service built on the distributed infrastructure of national research and education networks (NRENs). This solution combines full data sovereignty with unprecedented scalability and reliability.

  • A graphic with colorful geometric triangles on a light background. On the left is a printed document with the title "Annual Report 2025" and the OPERAS logo. A red circle next to it says "Available on ZENODO." A larger orange circle in the center and the large purple text "OPERAS" in the upper right identify the report and organization. Geometric patterns of colorful triangles are found in the bottom left, upper middle, and lower right. At the bottom center, small dashes indicate page selection.

    OPERAS 2025 Annual Report Published

    2026-07-21

    The 2025 Annual Report of the OPERAS European research infrastructure has been made available on Zenodo. The publication summarizes a year of intense development, international collaboration, and progress in building an open and sustainable scholarly communication ecosystem within the Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH).

  • The image is a horizontal promotional banner or poster split into two main vertical sections, separated by a thin orange line

    “Nauka na wakacjach/Science on Vacation”: The Future of Quantum Technologies and AI

    2026-07-20

    On July 23, as part of the 11th edition of the "Science on Vacation" series, a public lecture will be delivered by Robert Pękal, Director of PCSS. Aimed at residents of the Hel Peninsula as well as tourists staying in the area, the event will serve as an opportunity for a science journey through the world of tomorrow's technology. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM at the Polish Academy of Sciences Creative Work House in Jurata, and admission is free.

  • Poster with a dark green background titled “Poznańska Mapa Zero Waste” and the subtitle “Przewodnik dla tych, którzy nie chcą marnować.” It shows the Poznań na czysto logo in the top left, a lime-green map shape on the right with three circular photos inside it, and decorative dots along the top and bottom.

    Poznań Zero Waste Map recognized in the Skrzydła IT w Administracji competition

    2026-04-16

    The Poznań Zero Waste Map, created through a collaboration between the City of Poznań and PCSS, has received an honorable mention in the prestigious IT Wings in Administration (Skrzydła IT w Administracji) competition. The project was recognized in the "e-Services for Citizens" category as a model implementation of modern technologies supporting the circular economy. This marks yet another confirmation of the effective synergy between science and local government in the digital transformation of the capital of Greater Poland.

  • Promotional banner for PIAST-Q, a trapped-ion quantum computer at PCSS delivered by AQT, shown over a dark high-tech background with the website piast-q.eu and partner logos for EuroHPC, the Ministry of Digital Affairs, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Poland, and the European Union.

    PIAST-Q system officially launched

    2026-04-14

    On the occasion of World Quantum Day, a key step in the development of quantum technologies in Poland and Europe was announced. The PIAST-Q computer system has successfully passed acceptance procedures and has been officially launched at PCSS. This marks the unit's full readiness to perform advanced computational operations.

  • Three people stand in front of a banner with the PCSS logo and a screen displaying the CV logo during the inauguration of the CDV Employers' Council. A woman in a blue suit, a man in a gray suit in the center, and a woman in a red dress and jacket on the right.

    PCSS representatives in the Collegium Da Vinci Employers’ Council

    2026-03-27

    The Employers' Council of Collegium Da Vinci in Poznań is an advisory body of the university, comprising business representatives, which helps align educational programs with current labor market demands. The university emphasizes collaboration with practitioners to ensure a high employment rate. Urszula Grygier-Soboń, Deputy Plenipotentiary of the ICHB PAS Director for PCSS matters, and Dr. Magdalena Baranowska-Szczepańska from the Cooperation and External Relations Department, have been appointed to the Council.

  • A vibrant futuristic logo for PIONIER, displaying the name in glowing neon blue and orange letters with digital particle effects, light trails, and circuit patterns on a dark gradient background.

    PIONIER-Q: Construction of Cross-Border Quantum Key Encryption Connections

    2026-03-25

    A key stage in the construction of the nationwide quantum key infrastructure, connecting High-Performance Computing centers within the PIONIER network, has been completed. During the March meeting with the European Commission, the test results were successfully summarized, and a strategy for further expansion of cross-border connections was presented.

  • VIX Vienna Internet eXchange logo featuring orange V, green IX, and blue XX letters on a light cream background, with the text 'Vienna Internet eXchange' below.

    PIONIER Network: Connection to Vienna Internet eXchange Launched

    2026-03-25

    Last week, a new PIONIER network connection to the VIX (Vienna Internet eXchange) peering point in Vienna was officially launched, marking a strategic step in the development of Poland's network infrastructure. This key investment opens the door to direct data exchange with over 180 global operators and content providers, significantly strengthening the position of Polish science and the digital economy within the European IT ecosystem.

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  • This graphic serves as an announcement for the 2nd Workshop on Advancements of Global Challenges Applications, featuring speaker dr inż. Marcin Lawenda. Scheduled for September 1, 2026, as part of the PPAM 2026 conference at Poznań University of Technology, the event is organized in partnership with PCSS, Częstochowa University of Technology, and under the patronage of the Minister of Science and Higher Education, Marcin Kulasek.

    PPAM 2026: PCSS co-organizes the 16th International Conference on Parallel Processing and Applied Mathematics

    2026-07-29

    From August 30 to September 2, Poznań will host the 16th edition of the International Conference on Parallel Processing and Applied Mathematics (PPAM 2026). Dedicated to the latest advances in parallel and distributed processing as well as applied mathematics, the event is co-organized by the Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PCSS) in cooperation with the Częstochowa University of Technology and Poznań University of Technology.

  • A grid layout from an online video meeting titled "3D-4CH SP and AB update meeting." It displays 21 participant video tiles in three rows of seven. Many of the attendees are smiling and waving towards their webcams. At the bottom, standard video conference control buttons and emoji reaction icons are visible.

    Meeting of the Advisory Board and Stakeholder Panel in the 3D 4CH project

    2026-07-23

    As part of the 3D-4CH project, an online meeting of the Advisory Board and the Stakeholder Panel was organized to discuss key achievements to date and future directions for the development of digital technologies in cultural heritage preservation. Highlights included the presentation of the newly launched online platform and a framework for measuring the impact of the initiative's activities. PCSS is actively involved in the initiative, supporting the establishment of the 3D Competence Centre and the development of dedicated tools.

  • Three people standing in front of a promotional wall depicting the EU financed KMD4EOSC project.

    PCSS at the ISC High Performance 2026 in Hamburg

    2026-06-29

    From June 23 to 25, 2026, representatives of PCSS participated in the ISC High Performance 2026 international conference and exhibition in Hamburg. During this year's edition, PCSS showcased its key research and development initiatives, with a particular focus on the KMD4EOSC project, advanced HPC services, and innovations in quantum technologies.

  • A photo depicting the director of PCSS - Robert Pękal in front of a multimedia board.

    CBRE Business Clubs meeting at PCSS

    2026-06-17

    Exchanging knowledge, networking and building cross-sector bridges for collaboration: this is how one could briefly summarize the exceptional event held at PCSS. On June 16 2026, we had the great pleasure of hosting distinguished business leaders and representatives from leading brands and organizations – spanning sectors such as logistics, advanced technology, finance, retail etc. It was a day filled with intense knowledge sharing and networking, featuring discussions on key topics related to AI and cybersecurity.

  • Group of almost 20 people standing on the balcony or a curved bridge inside an office building.

    New leadership for EuroHPC JU advisory groups

    2026-06-10

    On June 8-9 2026, the inaugural meetings of the newly elected advisory groups of the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking took place in Luxembourg. During the meetings the chairs and vice-chairs were selected. These bodies comprising of RIAG, INFRAG and the newly established QTAG, will be responsible for providing independent expertise to support the development of the European computing and quantum ecosystem. A key feature of these new structures is the inclusion of a representative from PCSS in this prestigious Quantum Technology Advisory Group. 

  • A conference logo graphic on a light blue background, with the event title "tnc 26 DIGITAL SISU" in large green, blue, and black letters and smaller black text reading "Helsinki, Finland | 8-12 JUNE 2026" on the left. The right side is composed of layered, geometric, and decorative folk art shapes in various colors (teal, dark blue, orange, red, green) featuring stylized illustrations of birds, a deer,

    TNC’26: Digital Sisu

    2026-05-29

    Over 900 participants from nearly 70 countries—these are the numbers behind TNC, the largest conference dedicated to research and education networks in Europe. The organizers of this year's edition invite everyone to the capital of Finland, Helsinki, to jointly address the challenges facing the world of technology. Representatives from PCSS will participate in the event across multiple dimensions and aspects. The Poznań Center will also serve as the main technological partner of the conference.

  • A group photograph taken outside the main entrance of a modern glass and steel building on a sunny day. A large group of people, dressed in professional or casual-professional attire, are posing in front of glass doors. To the left is a tall banner with the title "PIAST-AI," the PCSS logo at the top, and explanatory text in English and Polish about the project, which is related to artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. At the bottom of the photo is a row of logos of partners and institutions, including PCSS, Polish universities, and government ministries. Polish text in the bottom right corner describes funding from EuroHPC and the European Union

    AI Factory in Action: PIAST-AI Project Partners Meet at PCSS

    2026-05-26

    May 26, 2026, marks a significant milestone in the project's timeline as a day of intensive work on the future of Polish AI. The creators and partners of the PIAST-AI Factory gathered at PCSS to discuss the implementation status of this massive computing infrastructure.

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  • The Polish fiber-optic network dedicated to Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), built on the infrastructure of the PIONIER network and managed by the Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PCSS), has surpassed 1,700 km in length, making it the longest network of its kind in Europe and one of the longest worldwide. Highlighted in the June 2026 20th edition of the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP) report titled "Monitoring Trends in Innovation" (Monitoring trendów w innowacyjności), the PIONIER-Q project is recognized as a fundamental pillar for Polish and European cybersecurity, digital sovereignty, and post-quantum cryptography. Currently connecting strategic nodes in Warsaw, Gdańsk, Poznań, Wrocław, and Kraków, the national quantum communication infrastructure integrates High-Performance Computing (HPC) centers, aligns directly with the European EuroQCI initiative, and is expanding further through space-segment integration (PIONIER-Q-SAT) and cross-border connections with Germany and the Czech Republic.

    The Polish PIONIER quantum network has the longest range in Europe. The PIONIER-Q project featured in the PARP report

    2026-07-31

    The Polish fiber-optic network dedicated to Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), built on the infrastructure of the PIONIER network, has already reached over 1,700 km in length. This achievement makes it the longest network of its kind in Europe and one of the longest worldwide. The role of the PIONIER-Q project, coordinated by the Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PCSS), was highlighted in the latest report by the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP) titled "Monitoring Trends in Innovation" as crucial for building digital sovereignty and national security.

  • promotional graphic showcasing the CONNECT Magazine cover and PCSS

    PCSS projects presented in GÉANT CONNECT Magazine

    2026-07-13

    The June edition of the CONNECT magazine, focused around the GÉANT’s network and community, featured an article centred on next-generation infrastructure. These initatives are carried out within four leading projects, led by PCSS and based on the PIONIER network.

  • A promotional graphic from Associated Press featuring the Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PCSS) logo at the top. The design has a blue background with abstract network lines connecting photos of two PCSS experts: Joanna Kowalska (left, woman with long hair) and Tomasz Parkoła (right, man with glasses). The headline reads "Associated Press: Poland among the 20 largest economies in the world. PCSS - the pillar of technological transformation," with subtext highlighting PCSS experts Joanna Kowalska and Tomasz Parkoła.

    Associated Press: PCSS as the pillar of technological transformation

    2026-03-17

    From post-communism to the ranks of the world's 20 largest economies – the Associated Press agency analyzes Poland's impressive transformation in its latest feature. A key element of this evolution, alongside education and industry, is innovation, represented in the AP material by PCSS.

  • An isometric digital illustration in shades of blue on a light blue background. In the upper left corner is the PSNC logo. The central graphic features floating digital elements including interface windows, a cloud icon, a pie chart, a folder, and a microchip at the bottom. These elements are connected by thin lines and nodes, representing a cloud-based IT infrastructure or digital services ecosystem. In the bottom left corner, there are two orange stylized circuit lines with circular nodes.

    PCSS Provides AI Technology: Large Language Models within Your Reach

    2026-03-16

    Access to artificial intelligence models through API is one of the flagship services offered by PCSS. Previously available mainly to researchers, it can now be used not only by the scientific community but also by commercial customers. Originally designed to support research, academic projects, and educational activities, the service is now open to businesses as well. Advanced tools built on PCSS’s state-of-the-art and – very importantly – secure HPC infrastructure are now literally within reach for companies, including small and medium-sized enterprises.

  • Promotional graphic for the "Start z polskim AI" interview on practical AI implementation: Portrait of Tomasz Parkoła, Head of PCSS Network Services Division, against a blue background with PCSS logo and text "Od pomysłu do wdrożenia" (From idea to implementation), featuring the Bielik.AI model discussion.

    About us: Practical implementation of domestic language models

    2026-02-22

    As part of the "Start z polskim AI" series, organized by Polski Fundusz Rozwoju (PFR), a conversation has been released focusing on the implementation of local artificial intelligence solutions in organizations. The guest was Tomasz Parkoła, Head of the Network Services Division at PCSS, who shared insights into working with the Bielik.AI model. The material serves as a comprehensive knowledge base for entities planning strategic AI deployments based on Polish resources.

  • Michał Zimkiewicz, SHOP4CF Architecture for Flexible Smart Manufacturing, Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PCSS). Promotional graphic featuring PCSS logo, blue background, orange graphic lines, and a photo of a man in a suit.

    PCSS expert co‑author of a scientific publication in a prestigious journal on the modular reference architecture of SHOP4CF

    2026-01-28

    The article “The SHOP4CF modular reference architecture for flexible process-oriented, data-driven smart manufacturing” by Paul Grefen, Michał Zimniewicz (PCSS, Large-Scale Applications and Services Department), Irene Vanderfeesten, Kostas Tragonas, Pieter Becue, Anders Pedersen, and Genessis Perez Rivera has been published in issue 85 of the Journal of Manufacturing Systems, available on ScienceDirect.

  • The image is a promotional graphic for a project called "Lumen" and features a person named Aleksandra Nowak. A professional portrait of Aleksandra Nowak, a woman with glasses, is on the left side of the graphic. The top right of the graphic contains two smaller images: one of a glass globe resting on a bed of moss, and another of a foggy, mountainous landscape. Below the images is a section dedicated to "Lumen Voices | Spotlight on our partners" with the logo "PCSS" and the name "Aleksandra Nowak." The bottom of the graphic includes text indicating that the project is "Funded by the European Union" and a website address.

    PCSS’ Aleksandra Nowak Is One of LUMEN’s Voices

    2025-08-05

    An interview with Aleksandra Nowak – the Head of Digital Libraries and Knowledge Platforms Department of PCSS, has just appeared on the lumenproject.eu website as a part of the LUMEN Voices series. Aleksandra gave an insight on her team’s role in the LUMEN project, which combines mathematical sciences, humanities, social sciences, earth systems, molecular dynamics, and more.

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  • An image featuring the logo and text "eduMEET" and the slogan "4 SIMPLE STEPS" in the lower right, partially blurred. In the left-background, a woman is sitting at a laptop by large windows overlooking a parking lot. A few out-of-focus green plants are in the extreme foreground, especially in the right-bottom corner.

    The New Era of eduMEET: Scalable and Unrivaled Videoconferencing Federation for Academia and Research

    2026-07-24

    The open-source videoconferencing platform eduMEET, developed with significant contribution from PCSS, is entering a new phase of development. The primary direction of these changes is the establishment of a pan-European, federated service built on the distributed infrastructure of national research and education networks (NRENs). This solution combines full data sovereignty with unprecedented scalability and reliability.

  • This graphic serves as an announcement for the 2nd Workshop on Advancements of Global Challenges Applications, featuring speaker dr inż. Marcin Lawenda. Scheduled for September 1, 2026, as part of the PPAM 2026 conference at Poznań University of Technology, the event is organized in partnership with PCSS, Częstochowa University of Technology, and under the patronage of the Minister of Science and Higher Education, Marcin Kulasek.

    PPAM 2026: PCSS co-organizes the 16th International Conference on Parallel Processing and Applied Mathematics

    2026-07-29

    From August 30 to September 2, Poznań will host the 16th edition of the International Conference on Parallel Processing and Applied Mathematics (PPAM 2026). Dedicated to the latest advances in parallel and distributed processing as well as applied mathematics, the event is co-organized by the Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PCSS) in cooperation with the Częstochowa University of Technology and Poznań University of Technology.

  • The Polish fiber-optic network dedicated to Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), built on the infrastructure of the PIONIER network and managed by the Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PCSS), has surpassed 1,700 km in length, making it the longest network of its kind in Europe and one of the longest worldwide. Highlighted in the June 2026 20th edition of the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP) report titled "Monitoring Trends in Innovation" (Monitoring trendów w innowacyjności), the PIONIER-Q project is recognized as a fundamental pillar for Polish and European cybersecurity, digital sovereignty, and post-quantum cryptography. Currently connecting strategic nodes in Warsaw, Gdańsk, Poznań, Wrocław, and Kraków, the national quantum communication infrastructure integrates High-Performance Computing (HPC) centers, aligns directly with the European EuroQCI initiative, and is expanding further through space-segment integration (PIONIER-Q-SAT) and cross-border connections with Germany and the Czech Republic.

    The Polish PIONIER quantum network has the longest range in Europe. The PIONIER-Q project featured in the PARP report

    2026-07-31

    The Polish fiber-optic network dedicated to Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), built on the infrastructure of the PIONIER network, has already reached over 1,700 km in length. This achievement makes it the longest network of its kind in Europe and one of the longest worldwide. The role of the PIONIER-Q project, coordinated by the Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PCSS), was highlighted in the latest report by the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development (PARP) titled "Monitoring Trends in Innovation" as crucial for building digital sovereignty and national security.

  • A graphic with colorful geometric triangles on a light background. On the left is a printed document with the title "Annual Report 2025" and the OPERAS logo. A red circle next to it says "Available on ZENODO." A larger orange circle in the center and the large purple text "OPERAS" in the upper right identify the report and organization. Geometric patterns of colorful triangles are found in the bottom left, upper middle, and lower right. At the bottom center, small dashes indicate page selection.

    OPERAS 2025 Annual Report Published

    2026-07-21

    The 2025 Annual Report of the OPERAS European research infrastructure has been made available on Zenodo. The publication summarizes a year of intense development, international collaboration, and progress in building an open and sustainable scholarly communication ecosystem within the Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH).

  • A grid layout from an online video meeting titled "3D-4CH SP and AB update meeting." It displays 21 participant video tiles in three rows of seven. Many of the attendees are smiling and waving towards their webcams. At the bottom, standard video conference control buttons and emoji reaction icons are visible.

    Meeting of the Advisory Board and Stakeholder Panel in the 3D 4CH project

    2026-07-23

    As part of the 3D-4CH project, an online meeting of the Advisory Board and the Stakeholder Panel was organized to discuss key achievements to date and future directions for the development of digital technologies in cultural heritage preservation. Highlights included the presentation of the newly launched online platform and a framework for measuring the impact of the initiative's activities. PCSS is actively involved in the initiative, supporting the establishment of the 3D Competence Centre and the development of dedicated tools.

  • The image is a horizontal promotional banner or poster split into two main vertical sections, separated by a thin orange line

    “Nauka na wakacjach/Science on Vacation”: The Future of Quantum Technologies and AI

    2026-07-20

    On July 23, as part of the 11th edition of the "Science on Vacation" series, a public lecture will be delivered by Robert Pękal, Director of PCSS. Aimed at residents of the Hel Peninsula as well as tourists staying in the area, the event will serve as an opportunity for a science journey through the world of tomorrow's technology. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM at the Polish Academy of Sciences Creative Work House in Jurata, and admission is free.

  • Three people standing in front of a promotional wall depicting the EU financed KMD4EOSC project.

    PCSS at the ISC High Performance 2026 in Hamburg

    2026-06-29

    From June 23 to 25, 2026, representatives of PCSS participated in the ISC High Performance 2026 international conference and exhibition in Hamburg. During this year's edition, PCSS showcased its key research and development initiatives, with a particular focus on the KMD4EOSC project, advanced HPC services, and innovations in quantum technologies.

  • promotional graphic showcasing the CONNECT Magazine cover and PCSS

    PCSS projects presented in GÉANT CONNECT Magazine

    2026-07-13

    The June edition of the CONNECT magazine, focused around the GÉANT’s network and community, featured an article centred on next-generation infrastructure. These initatives are carried out within four leading projects, led by PCSS and based on the PIONIER network.

  • Poster with a dark green background titled “Poznańska Mapa Zero Waste” and the subtitle “Przewodnik dla tych, którzy nie chcą marnować.” It shows the Poznań na czysto logo in the top left, a lime-green map shape on the right with three circular photos inside it, and decorative dots along the top and bottom.

    Poznań Zero Waste Map recognized in the Skrzydła IT w Administracji competition

    2026-04-16

    The Poznań Zero Waste Map, created through a collaboration between the City of Poznań and PCSS, has received an honorable mention in the prestigious IT Wings in Administration (Skrzydła IT w Administracji) competition. The project was recognized in the "e-Services for Citizens" category as a model implementation of modern technologies supporting the circular economy. This marks yet another confirmation of the effective synergy between science and local government in the digital transformation of the capital of Greater Poland.

  • A promotional graphic from Associated Press featuring the Poznań Supercomputing and Networking Center (PCSS) logo at the top. The design has a blue background with abstract network lines connecting photos of two PCSS experts: Joanna Kowalska (left, woman with long hair) and Tomasz Parkoła (right, man with glasses). The headline reads "Associated Press: Poland among the 20 largest economies in the world. PCSS - the pillar of technological transformation," with subtext highlighting PCSS experts Joanna Kowalska and Tomasz Parkoła.

    Associated Press: PCSS as the pillar of technological transformation

    2026-03-17

    From post-communism to the ranks of the world's 20 largest economies – the Associated Press agency analyzes Poland's impressive transformation in its latest feature. A key element of this evolution, alongside education and industry, is innovation, represented in the AP material by PCSS.

  • Promotional banner for PIAST-Q, a trapped-ion quantum computer at PCSS delivered by AQT, shown over a dark high-tech background with the website piast-q.eu and partner logos for EuroHPC, the Ministry of Digital Affairs, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Poland, and the European Union.

    PIAST-Q system officially launched

    2026-04-14

    On the occasion of World Quantum Day, a key step in the development of quantum technologies in Poland and Europe was announced. The PIAST-Q computer system has successfully passed acceptance procedures and has been officially launched at PCSS. This marks the unit's full readiness to perform advanced computational operations.

  • A photo depicting the director of PCSS - Robert Pękal in front of a multimedia board.

    CBRE Business Clubs meeting at PCSS

    2026-06-17

    Exchanging knowledge, networking and building cross-sector bridges for collaboration: this is how one could briefly summarize the exceptional event held at PCSS. On June 16 2026, we had the great pleasure of hosting distinguished business leaders and representatives from leading brands and organizations – spanning sectors such as logistics, advanced technology, finance, retail etc. It was a day filled with intense knowledge sharing and networking, featuring discussions on key topics related to AI and cybersecurity.

  • An isometric digital illustration in shades of blue on a light blue background. In the upper left corner is the PSNC logo. The central graphic features floating digital elements including interface windows, a cloud icon, a pie chart, a folder, and a microchip at the bottom. These elements are connected by thin lines and nodes, representing a cloud-based IT infrastructure or digital services ecosystem. In the bottom left corner, there are two orange stylized circuit lines with circular nodes.

    PCSS Provides AI Technology: Large Language Models within Your Reach

    2026-03-16

    Access to artificial intelligence models through API is one of the flagship services offered by PCSS. Previously available mainly to researchers, it can now be used not only by the scientific community but also by commercial customers. Originally designed to support research, academic projects, and educational activities, the service is now open to businesses as well. Advanced tools built on PCSS’s state-of-the-art and – very importantly – secure HPC infrastructure are now literally within reach for companies, including small and medium-sized enterprises.

  • Three people stand in front of a banner with the PCSS logo and a screen displaying the CV logo during the inauguration of the CDV Employers' Council. A woman in a blue suit, a man in a gray suit in the center, and a woman in a red dress and jacket on the right.

    PCSS representatives in the Collegium Da Vinci Employers’ Council

    2026-03-27

    The Employers' Council of Collegium Da Vinci in Poznań is an advisory body of the university, comprising business representatives, which helps align educational programs with current labor market demands. The university emphasizes collaboration with practitioners to ensure a high employment rate. Urszula Grygier-Soboń, Deputy Plenipotentiary of the ICHB PAS Director for PCSS matters, and Dr. Magdalena Baranowska-Szczepańska from the Cooperation and External Relations Department, have been appointed to the Council.

  • Group of almost 20 people standing on the balcony or a curved bridge inside an office building.

    New leadership for EuroHPC JU advisory groups

    2026-06-10

    On June 8-9 2026, the inaugural meetings of the newly elected advisory groups of the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking took place in Luxembourg. During the meetings the chairs and vice-chairs were selected. These bodies comprising of RIAG, INFRAG and the newly established QTAG, will be responsible for providing independent expertise to support the development of the European computing and quantum ecosystem. A key feature of these new structures is the inclusion of a representative from PCSS in this prestigious Quantum Technology Advisory Group. 

  • Promotional graphic for the "Start z polskim AI" interview on practical AI implementation: Portrait of Tomasz Parkoła, Head of PCSS Network Services Division, against a blue background with PCSS logo and text "Od pomysłu do wdrożenia" (From idea to implementation), featuring the Bielik.AI model discussion.

    About us: Practical implementation of domestic language models

    2026-02-22

    As part of the "Start z polskim AI" series, organized by Polski Fundusz Rozwoju (PFR), a conversation has been released focusing on the implementation of local artificial intelligence solutions in organizations. The guest was Tomasz Parkoła, Head of the Network Services Division at PCSS, who shared insights into working with the Bielik.AI model. The material serves as a comprehensive knowledge base for entities planning strategic AI deployments based on Polish resources.

  • A vibrant futuristic logo for PIONIER, displaying the name in glowing neon blue and orange letters with digital particle effects, light trails, and circuit patterns on a dark gradient background.

    PIONIER-Q: Construction of Cross-Border Quantum Key Encryption Connections

    2026-03-25

    A key stage in the construction of the nationwide quantum key infrastructure, connecting High-Performance Computing centers within the PIONIER network, has been completed. During the March meeting with the European Commission, the test results were successfully summarized, and a strategy for further expansion of cross-border connections was presented.

  • A conference logo graphic on a light blue background, with the event title "tnc 26 DIGITAL SISU" in large green, blue, and black letters and smaller black text reading "Helsinki, Finland | 8-12 JUNE 2026" on the left. The right side is composed of layered, geometric, and decorative folk art shapes in various colors (teal, dark blue, orange, red, green) featuring stylized illustrations of birds, a deer,

    TNC’26: Digital Sisu

    2026-05-29

    Over 900 participants from nearly 70 countries—these are the numbers behind TNC, the largest conference dedicated to research and education networks in Europe. The organizers of this year's edition invite everyone to the capital of Finland, Helsinki, to jointly address the challenges facing the world of technology. Representatives from PCSS will participate in the event across multiple dimensions and aspects. The Poznań Center will also serve as the main technological partner of the conference.

  • VIX Vienna Internet eXchange logo featuring orange V, green IX, and blue XX letters on a light cream background, with the text 'Vienna Internet eXchange' below.

    PIONIER Network: Connection to Vienna Internet eXchange Launched

    2026-03-25

    Last week, a new PIONIER network connection to the VIX (Vienna Internet eXchange) peering point in Vienna was officially launched, marking a strategic step in the development of Poland's network infrastructure. This key investment opens the door to direct data exchange with over 180 global operators and content providers, significantly strengthening the position of Polish science and the digital economy within the European IT ecosystem.

  • A group photograph taken outside the main entrance of a modern glass and steel building on a sunny day. A large group of people, dressed in professional or casual-professional attire, are posing in front of glass doors. To the left is a tall banner with the title "PIAST-AI," the PCSS logo at the top, and explanatory text in English and Polish about the project, which is related to artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. At the bottom of the photo is a row of logos of partners and institutions, including PCSS, Polish universities, and government ministries. Polish text in the bottom right corner describes funding from EuroHPC and the European Union

    AI Factory in Action: PIAST-AI Project Partners Meet at PCSS

    2026-05-26

    May 26, 2026, marks a significant milestone in the project's timeline as a day of intensive work on the future of Polish AI. The creators and partners of the PIAST-AI Factory gathered at PCSS to discuss the implementation status of this massive computing infrastructure.

  • The image is a promotional graphic for a project called "Lumen" and features a person named Aleksandra Nowak. A professional portrait of Aleksandra Nowak, a woman with glasses, is on the left side of the graphic. The top right of the graphic contains two smaller images: one of a glass globe resting on a bed of moss, and another of a foggy, mountainous landscape. Below the images is a section dedicated to "Lumen Voices | Spotlight on our partners" with the logo "PCSS" and the name "Aleksandra Nowak." The bottom of the graphic includes text indicating that the project is "Funded by the European Union" and a website address.

    PCSS’ Aleksandra Nowak Is One of LUMEN’s Voices

    2025-08-05

    An interview with Aleksandra Nowak – the Head of Digital Libraries and Knowledge Platforms Department of PCSS, has just appeared on the lumenproject.eu website as a part of the LUMEN Voices series. Aleksandra gave an insight on her team’s role in the LUMEN project, which combines mathematical sciences, humanities, social sciences, earth systems, molecular dynamics, and more.

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Our mission is “Integration and development of IT infrastructure of science”. We provide the scientific community with access to world-class IT infrastructure. As the operator of the national PIONIER network and the city’s POZMAN network, we provide fast and secure access to the Internet and network services at international, national and local level. As a Supercomputing Center, we offer a wide range of computing services, access to virtual servers, cloud services, while allowing for fast and scalable data management.

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