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Towards a Guinean Research and Education Network (Gren): A Digital Bridge between Universities
| International Journal of Computer Applications |
| Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA |
| Volume 187 - Number 70 |
| Year of Publication: 2025 |
| Authors: Katakpe Kossi Kuma, Hounmenou Gbememali Castro, Camara Moustapha Ngonet, Sow Abdoulaye, Kpoghomou Pépé |
10.5120/ijca2025926146
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Katakpe Kossi Kuma, Hounmenou Gbememali Castro, Camara Moustapha Ngonet, Sow Abdoulaye, Kpoghomou Pépé . Towards a Guinean Research and Education Network (Gren): A Digital Bridge between Universities. International Journal of Computer Applications. 187, 70 ( Dec 2025), 26-36. DOI=10.5120/ijca2025926146
Abstract
In an era where digital infrastructure is essential for academic excellence and scientific progress, Guinea faces the strategic challenge of interconnecting its higher education institutions to foster collaboration, innovation, and equitable access to knowledge. This article explores the vision, opportunities, and challenges of establishing a Guinean Research and Education Network (GREN) a national digital infrastructure designed to link public universities and research institutions across the country. The study outlines the technological, institutional, and policy frameworks needed to implement such a network, drawing on best practices from other National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) around the world. It emphasizes the potential of the GREN to become a digital bridge, not only between Guinean universities but also with regional and global research communities. Through this initiative, the article argues, Guinea could significantly enhance academic collaboration, optimize research outputs, and improve digital access for students and faculty. The paper concludes by recommending key steps for government agencies, universities, and partners to take in order to launch and sustain the GREN as a cornerstone of Guinea’s digital transformation in higher education.
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