Mr Michael D'Silva1
1AARNet, Australia
Biography:
Michael D’Silva is a Systems Administrator and Engineer at AARNet. He designs and develops eResearch software and the technology frameworks necessary for supporting shared environments. His current projects include implementing collaborative working environments such as FileSender, and the Platforms environment for small and large data science requirements. Michael is driven by seeing researchers utilise the technology he builds, to continue pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
Abstract:
As research becomes increasingly data-intensive, the ability to securely and efficiently share large files is critical. AARNet’s FileSender enables researchers and institutions across Australia to send files that are too large for standard email or cloud services quickly, reliably and securely.
This poster explores the evolution of FileSender, its current capabilities and future development plans. Developed as a user-friendly, web-based platform, FileSender supports secure, high-volume file transfers with features such as encryption, expiry controls, and integration with institutional logins. Files are stored temporarily on AARNet infrastructure and accessed via a secure download link, streamlining collaboration while maintaining data integrity.
AARNet has built FileSender to deliver high availability and performance, supporting a broad range of research workflows. The platform is designed to be simple to use while meeting complex requirements for scale, speed and security.
This poster will also present case studies from Australian institutions showcasing how FileSender is used to support research across diverse domains. These examples highlight the platform’s value in real-world settings and demonstrate how FileSender addresses common data-sharing challenges. Technical solutions to implementation hurdles and future enhancements will also be discussed.
FileSender remains a key part of AARNet’s commitment to enabling collaboration and innovation through secure, scalable digital infrastructure.