Cloud Resources
EBRAINS provides flexible, scalable cloud infrastructure to support the operations, deployment, and development of research services and applications within the EBRAINS ecosystem. Whether you’re deploying web services, running data processing pipelines, or orchestrating containerized applications, our cloud resources are designed to meet diverse computational needs.
Cloud Providers
The cloud infrastructure for EBRAINS is provided by leading European HPC and cloud centers:
| Provider | Infrastructure |
|---|---|
| Jülich Supercomputing Centre (JSC) | JSC Cloud |
| CINECA | ADA Cloud |
| CEA | CEA Cloud Infrastructure |
Available Resource Types
Virtual Machines (VMs)
Virtual Machines provide dedicated compute instances for hosting services, databases, and applications. Ideal for:
Kubernetes Clusters & Namespaces
Kubernetes resources enable container orchestration and microservices architectures. Ideal for:
How to Request Resources
Eligibility
Cloud resources are available to:
- EBRAINS service owners and developers
- Research teams developing services for the EBRAINS platform
- Projects requiring infrastructure for EBRAINS-related activities
Request Process
Choose the appropriate request form:
Technical Review
Once submitted:
- The Infrastructure team reviews your request
- Technical feasibility and resource availability are assessed
- You may be contacted for clarification or optimization suggestions
- Approval notifications are sent via email
Resource Provisioning
After approval:
- Resources are provisioned at the selected cloud provider
- You receive access credentials and documentation
- Initial configuration and networking setup is completed
- Access to monitoring and management tools is provided
Virtual Machines
2-5 business days
Kubernetes Namespaces
3-7 business days
Additional Resources
- HPC Resources - For high-performance computing needs
- DevOps Practices - CI/CD and deployment best practices
- Working Together - Collaboration tools and support channels