Strengthening the capacity of NREN network personnel in Asia for deploying and managing Eduroam services through targeted training, fostering seamless and secure campus Wi-Fi access across partner countries
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This comprehensive project strengthens the capacity of NREN network personnel across Asia for deploying and managing Eduroam services through targeted training workshops and webinars.
Our initiative fosters seamless and secure campus Wi-Fi access across partner countries while enhancing regional research and education network integration through standardized authentication and roaming services.
Education Roaming (eduroam) is a secure, worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community, enabling seamless Wi-Fi connectivity across participating institutions.
Advanced WPA2-Enterprise security with 802.1X authentication for robust campus network protection.
Seamless Wi-Fi access across thousands of participating institutions worldwide using home institution credentials.
Dedicated service for students, researchers, and staff from universities and research institutions globally.
Consistent setup and management procedures across all participating NRENs and educational institutions.
Authentication: 802.1X / WPA2-Enterprise
Coverage: Global Academic Network
Security: Enterprise-Grade
Access: Institution Credentials
NREN network personnel
Host country - PSTU & BdREN
Campus network administrators
WLAN technical staff
Network operation teams
Eduroam specialists
Wi-Fi infrastructure teams
Campus IT professionals
Research network engineers
Physical and online promotional efforts including banners, social media, and university outreach to ensure wide visibility and engagement.
Compilation of survey data, training feedback, and project outcomes in a comprehensive final report submitted to TEIN*CC/Asi@Connect.
Patuakhali Science and Technology University (PSTU) in Bangladesh leads this transformative initiative in partnership with Bangladesh Research and Education Network (BdREN) and the University Grants Commission (UGC).
Our collaborative approach with the Ministry of Education and national NRENs ensures comprehensive Eduroam deployment training that meets regional needs and international standards.
Patuakhali Science and Technology University providing academic coordination and venue facilities.
Bangladesh Research and Education Network offering technical infrastructure and connectivity support.
University Grants Commission and Ministry of Education providing institutional backing and policy alignment.
Partnership with National Research and Education Networks across all 9 participating countries.
Lead Institution: Patuakhali Science and Technology University
Technical Partner: BdREN
Government Partner: UGC & Ministry of Education
Domain: asiaconnect.cse.pstu.ac.bd
Developed and launched comprehensive online survey to assess campus network readiness and infrastructure capabilities across all 9 partner NRENs.
Created dedicated project website hosted on BdREN cloud for visibility, coordination, resource sharing, and ongoing community engagement.
Conducted international workshop with hands-on Eduroam training for 80 participants, combining onsite and virtual learning experiences.
Delivered two comprehensive webinars on Eduroam services for wider academic community engagement and awareness building.
Produced comprehensive training manuals, lecture notes, and practical lab exercises for workshop and webinar participants.
Compiled detailed survey report summarizing network conditions, infrastructure readiness, and specific training needs across partner countries.
Captured comprehensive photos, videos, and documentation of all project activities for records, reporting, and future reference.
Submitted comprehensive final report detailing project activities, outcomes, participant feedback, and recommendations for future initiatives.
Expanding Eduroam adoption and technical expertise across Asia through sustained capacity building, enhanced infrastructure support, and broader community engagement.
Offer advanced workshops and refresher courses to deepen technical skills among NREN personnel and network administrators.
Develop targeted outreach and incentives to boost female engagement in technical training and network engineering roles.
Provide follow-up assistance for implementing Eduroam in under-resourced institutions and challenging technical environments.
Build a regional network of Eduroam-trained experts across Asia for peer support, knowledge sharing, and technical collaboration.
Conduct targeted awareness campaigns in universities where Eduroam adoption is still low and institutional support is needed.
Create comprehensive self-paced modules and video tutorials to ensure continuous access to training materials and resources.