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Globus at the Smithsonian

Secure, high-performance data transfers and automation

Globus is a data transfer platform that enables Smithsonian staff to move large datasets between storage systems and share data with external collaborators. Whether you're transferring terabytes of genomic data, archival video, high-resolution imagery, or field research files, Globus handles it reliably — even if you close your laptop mid-transfer.

Explore the documentation below to get started with Globus at the Smithsonian.

  1. Basics — Learn how Globus works. Log in, navigate the interface, transfer files
  2. Sharing — Share your data. Create Guest Collections for external collaborators
  3. Personal — Move data from your desk. Install Globus Connect Personal on your laptop or workstation
  4. Advanced — Leverage all the features. Schedule transfers, set up automated workflows

  • Basics

    New to Globus? Start here.

    Get started

  • Sharing

    Share with external collaborators.

    Learn more

  • Personal

    Transfer data from your laptop.

    Set up

  • Advanced

    Automate with Sync & Flows.

    Explore

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General Support: SI-Globus@si.edu · Hydra: SI-HPC@si.edu · STRI: STRIhelp@si.edu

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