2024 NSF CSSI-Cybertraining-SCIPE PI Meeting August 12 to 13, 2024, Charlotte, NC

TL;DR

This report summarizes the 2024 NSF CSSI-Cybertraining PI meeting, highlighting community engagement, AI integration in cyberinfrastructure, and workforce development efforts in advancing scientific research.

Contribution

It provides an overview of community perspectives, meeting structure, and key recommendations for cyberinfrastructure development and workforce training.

Findings

Vibrant community actively advancing science through cyberinfrastructure.

AI-driven research complements traditional HPC and data tools.

Workforce development aligns with community needs.

Abstract

The second annual NSF, OAC CSSI, CyberTraining and related programs PI meeting was held August 12 to 13 in Charlotte, NC, with participation from PIs or representatives of all major awards. Keynotes, panels, breakouts, and poster sessions allowed PIs to engage with each other, NSF staff, and invited experts. The 286 attendees represented 292 awards across CSSI, CyberTraining, OAC Core, CIP, SCIPE CDSE, and related programs, and presented over 250 posters. This report documents the meetings structure, findings, and recommendations, offering a snapshot of current community perspectives on cyberinfrastructure. A key takeaway is a vibrant, engaged community advancing science through CI. AI-driven research modalities complement established HPC and data centric tools. Workforce development efforts align well with the CSSI community.