Sparkle and AWS: Supporting European Research through the Network of Resources (NoR)

The Network of Resources (NoR) is a key initiative by the European Space Agency (ESA), offering targeted sponsorships to research institutions, universities, start-ups, and non-profit organizations.

This program provides free access to advanced cloud infrastructures. Thanks to the partnership between Sparkle and Amazon Web Services (AWS), NoR enables the use of powerful, secure, and scalable cloud resources without any upfront investment, actively supporting projects in research, development, and innovation.

More than just providing cutting-edge cloud technologies, Sparkle offers dedicated end-to-end support, ensuring a smooth and successful innovation journey.

You can concentrate on your research and innovation, while we take care of technology, management, and security – every step of the way.

Features

• Quick and easy access: On the NoR website, you will find pre-configured resource packages designed for common research use cases. However, the catalogue of available services is much broader. Simply use the AWS online calculator or contact us directly to start your project in just a few clicks, without long waiting times or complex setups.
• Enterprise-grade security: Complete data protection with reserved access, advanced encryption, and state-of-the-art security technologies, including quantum-safe options on selected services.
• Sponsorship that makes a difference: ESA vouchers fully cover your cloud usage cost, allowing you to invest your budget entirely in the scientific and technical value of your research.
• Accelerate your innovation: Full access to AWS’s comprehensive ecosystem, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, geospatial data analysis, and more, to empower your research with the latest cloud technologies.
• Sparkle’s dedicated support: Our Multicloud Competence Centre Team provides expert assistance from solution design to configuration, ensuring an easy and successful path to innovation.

How to Proceed

• Choose a pre-configured package on the NoR portal: Ready-to-use solutions for research and innovation, allowing quick and secure activation of AWS resources.
• Customize your setup with the AWS Pricing Calculator: Easily estimate and tailor the sizing of your cloud resources to optimize costs and performance.
• Leverage Sparkle’s dedicated support: Contact our team for personalized pre-sales assistance, solution guidance, and full configuration support from start to finish.
• Request ESA sponsorship on the NoR portal: Register your project, submit your request, and receive vouchers that fund your cloud costs, unlocking the digital transformation of your research.

Why Choose Sparkle

Choosing Sparkle means partnering with a team that never leaves you alone. We are committed to supporting you throughout your cloud journey, delivering not only state-of-the-art technologies but also a seamless and productive innovation experience.

Focus on your discoveries: Sparkle takes care of technology, security, and support, ensuring your cloud experience is always efficient and successful.