ISC 2025 - WHPC Tech Talks

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When

Tue 10, Jun, 2025
6:45 pm - 8:30 pm

Where

CCH – Congress Center Hamburg
Congressplatz 1
Hamburg, , 20355
Germany

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Connecting Communities

Tech Talks

Exhibitor Gala – June 10, 2025

We are excited to announce that, in partnership with ISC25, Women in HPC will once again host Tech Talks at the Solution Forum during the Exhibitor Gala on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Taking place in the Exhibitor Hall from 6:45 PM to 8:30 PM, this marks the third edition of our talks.

This year, under the overarching theme “Connecting the Dots,” we are focusing on “Connecting Communities.” Throughout the evening, we will showcase our dynamic mix of invited and lightning talks, highlighting the many ways our community collaborates and grows together.

Thanks to the generosity of ISC25, this event is open to all conference and exhibition pass holders attending ISC25 in person.

Call for Lightning Talks

Call for Talks: OPEN

Our lightning talks submissions are now OPEN.

Are you attending ISC25 in Hamburg, Germany? Would you like to be a presenter at our Tech Talks? As we explore the ever-evolving landscape of supercomputing, we invite you to share your insights, experiences, and research in a dynamic 5-minute lightning talk format. Up to six (6) speaking slots are available for those wishing to share their experiences with the audience.

Overview:

In this fast-paced session, speakers will have the opportunity to showcase how they are pushing the boundaries of HPC, whether through groundbreaking research or innovative career trajectories. We encourage presentations that highlight novel approaches, diverse perspectives, and the transformative power of HPC in shaping the future.

Talk Format:
Each lightning talk will be limited to 5 minutes, providing a concise yet impactful platform for presenters to share their ideas. Talks can focus on any aspect of HPC, including but not limited to:

Cutting-edge research projects
Emerging technologies and trends
Career journeys and experiences in the field
Challenges and opportunities in HPC
Workforce development in HPC

Who Should Apply:
We welcome submissions from individuals across all career stages and backgrounds, particularly those from women and underrepresented groups in the field of HPC. Whether you’re a seasoned researcher, a rising star in the industry, or a student exploring the possibilities of HPC, we want to hear from you.

Additional Information:
Speakers are kindly requested to ensure their availability for travel to and attendance at the ISC25 conference in Hamburg, Germany. Please note that we regretfully do not have travel support available for speakers at this time.

How to Submit:

WHPC Tech Talks – Submission Form

To apply, please submit a brief abstract (maximum 250 words) outlining the content of your lightning talk. Include your name, affiliation, and contact information with your submission. Submissions are due by April 7, 2025.

Important Dates:

Submission Deadline: April 7, 2025 AOE
Notification of Acceptance: April 14, 2025
Materials Deadline (Slides/Supporting Media): May 27, 2025
Solution Forum Takeover: June 10, 2025

Past Deadlines:

Tech Talks - 2025 Agenda

Show your support for Women in HPC

Time	Activity	Presenters
18.30	Exhibitor Gala Opens!
18.45	Welcome	Presented by Cristin Merritt, Alces Flight
18.50	WHPC Chapters + Affiliates Update!	Presented by Eleanor Broadway, EPCC
		Welcoming Chapters & Affiliates: Central European Chapter NHR \| WHPC JuWinHPC IDEAS4HPC MAR Chapter
19:05	Collect your WHPC Diversity Day t-shirts and swag!
19:10	Distinguished Speaker	Presented by COMING SOON
19:25 – 19:40	Lightning Talks	Welcoming our speakers WHPC Travel Fellow: COMING SOON COMING SOON COMING SOON
19:40	Collect your WHPC Diversity Day t-shirts and swag!
19:45	Distinguished Speaker	Welcoming Jay Lofstead, Sandia National Laboratories
20:05 – 20:20	Lightning Talks	Welcoming our speakers WHPC Travel Fellow: COMING SOON COMING SOON COMING SOON
20:20	Closing Remarks	Presented by Cristin Merritt, Alces Flight
20:30	Exhibitor Gala comes to a close

Workshop Speakers, Panelists and Chairs

COMING SOON

Eleanor Broadway, EPCC / University of Edinburgh

WHPC ISC24 – Posters Chair + Interim Director of WHPC Chapters and Affiliates

Eleanor Broadway is an Applications Consultant at EPCC, the University of Edinburgh. She works in the team supporting the UK’s national supercomputing service, ARCHER2, providing in-depth support for users, implementing service improvements and developing training. She is also involved in a variety of technical research projects centred around optimising AI frameworks, porting applications to GPU and energy efficiency. Eleanor also regularly contributes to conferences and community events as an active volunteer for the Women in HPC (WHPC) community and to help promote HPC Outreach.

Cristin Merritt, Alces Flight

WHPC ISC24 – Solutions Forum Takeover Chair

Cristin Merritt, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Alces Flight, boasts over 20 years of enterprise technology experience, with 7+ years dedicated to High Performance Computing (HPC). Specialising in navigating technology market trends, Cristin’s work explores the convergence of technical and social sustainability in the drive towards successful supercomputing solutions. Her tenure at Alces Flight has seen her spearhead intricate integration projects, three of which garnered global acclaim for their achievements in multi-platform (hybrid) HPC. Cristin’s leadership has cemented Alces Flight as a trailblazer in HPC integration and managed services, delivering solutions tailored to current and future workload demands.

An active contributor to the HPC community, Cristin leads as Chair for Business Development on the Women in HPC (WHPC) Executive Committee, while also managing WHPC’s social media presence. Additionally, she serves as an editor for the Supercomputing Conference (SC) social media channels and runs their annual Women’s History Month profile project.

Originally from Panama City, Florida, Cristin holds a degree in Classics from the University of Florida. She now proudly resides in Oxford, United Kingdom, with her husband, son, and a menagerie of beloved pets.