Get it Started, Get it Finished, Keep it Going: May 2024

Join us for the next Get it Started, Get it Finished, Keep it Going (https://cris.utoronto.ca/rdfcohorts/get-it-started/). These monthly sessions are geared to addressing the competing priorities faculty face during the semester from research, teaching, to service commitments. In these semi-structured (Two 45-minute timed work sessions), researchers will set goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, time-bound (SMART) […]

Canvas Conversations: Art that Speaks – May 6, 2024

The Centre for Child Development, Mental Health, and Policy presents Canvas Conversations: Art that Speaks, an open art exhibit on the 2nd floor of the Maanjiwe nendamowinan building from May 6–8, 2024. Join us as we celebrate the intersection of research, art, and community engagement at this interactive exhibition (CCR approved). Brief talk by CCDMP Director Dr. […]

Absolutely Interdisciplinary 2024 – May 7 – May 8, 2024

An annual academic conference hosted by the Schwartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society, Absolutely Interdisciplinary convenes leading thinkers from a rich variety of fields to engage in conversations that encourage innovation and inspire new insights. Connecting technical researchers, social scientists, and humanists, Absolutely Interdisciplinary fosters new ways of thinking about the challenges presented by […]

Intro to Niagara

Virtual

In about 90 minutes, learn how to use the SciNet systems Niagara and Mist, from securely logging in to running computations on the supercomputer. Experienced users may still pick up some valuable pointers.Format: Virtual

ECHO Discovery Fireside Chat: Commercializing University/Hospital Early Stage Discoveries – May 9, 2024

Join the University of Toronto Entrepreneurship for an ECHO Discovery fireside chat, where they will discuss commercializing university and hospital early stage discoveries. The session will cover tech transfer guidelines for university and hospital institutions, highlighting the tech transfer process, invention disclosure and its assessments, patent and intellectual property ownership policies, licenses, other agreements, and […]

E-Learning Event: Portaging through Research with an Indigenous Youth Advisory Committee – May 9, 2024

Community-Based Research Canada presents “Young People in Community-Based Research”: the winter 2024 e-learning series. This series will highlight community-based research projects, models, and processes that exemplify participatory engagement of young people in research. An important hallmark of community-based research is that the research is participatory, meaning it involves authentic and meaningful participation of stakeholders in […]

E-Learning Event: Portaging through Research with an Indigenous Youth Advisory Committee – May 9, 2024

Community-Based Research Canada presents “Young People in Community-Based Research”: the winter 2024 e-learning series. This series will highlight community-based research projects, models, and processes that exemplify participatory engagement of young people in research. An important hallmark of community-based research is that the research is participatory, meaning it involves authentic and meaningful participation of stakeholders in […]

CBRCanada Community of Practice: “Arts-based Research Design for Centering Communities” – May 10, 2024

CBRCanada Community of Practice Community of practice meetings actively bring together CBRCanada members from across Canada and beyond to engage in meaningful discussions. All involved in community-based research are welcome, whether you are a researcher, peer-researcher, student, project coordinator, administrator, director, or community leader. The purpose of the community of practice is to network with […]

PRiME May Research Rounds – May 10, 2024

Name: Terence Donnelly Centre Address: 160 College St Toronto ON M5S 3E1

PRiME Research Rounds is a monthly research presentation featuring talks from PRiME Principal Investigators and Fellows. The seminar sessions bring the PRiME community together for engaging discussions!Date: Friday, May 10, 2024 | 1:00 - 2:00 PMLocation: Red Seminar Room, Terrence Donnelly Centre, 160 College StreetSpeakers:LAURIE AILLES, Ph.D.PRiME Principal InvestigatorSenior Scientist, Princess Margaret Cancer CentreAssociate Professor and Chair, Department […]

Relational Databases

Virtual

Principles and uses of relational databases with practical examples using python and sqlite on the Niagara supercomputer.Format: Virtual

Research Governance & Stakeholder Involvement – May 14, 2024

The Centre for Research & Innovation Support (CRIS) is continuing its popular series on Research Project Management facilitated by Alison Paprica, PhD PMP, Professor (adjunct) and Senior Fellow, Institute for Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, Dalla Lana School of Public Health. Research projects rarely go exactly as planned. Governance defines how and by whom decisions […]

Digital Document and Web Accessibility Fundamentals – May 14, 2024

This session focuses on accessible content creation practices. Techniques for conceptualizing, creating and maintaining accessible documents will be discussed and how to build these into department wide processes. A heavy emphasis is placed on why those techniques are important, and the ramifications of formatting decisions. This event is hosted by Accessibility For Ontarians With Disabilities […]

AGE-WELL Webinar: Choosing a Commercialization Pathway for your Innovation Idea – May 14, 2024

Speaker: Dr. Jon Thomas, BC Regional Innovation Chair, Director, Esposito Family Centre for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, University of the Fraser Valley Description: Do you have an entrepreneurial or start-up idea but don’t know where to start? You are not alone as commercialization can have high levels of complexity and uncertainty over long periods of time. This webinar […]

Safeguarding Science Workshop | Module 1 – May 14, 2024

Canada is a leader in innovation, research and development, thanks to the research community’s commitment to open science and international collaboration. However, this strength also makes Canadian research an attractive target for malicious actors. The transfer of our cutting-edge research can result in: Damage to the integrity of Canadian academic and research institutions Advancements in […]

Web Content Accessibility Crash Course (Day 1) – May 15, 2024

This session aims to give a foundation or refresher for website content editors on web accessibility fundamentals. Participants will learn about Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) and how they apply to the AODA, what this means for their role at the University and provide a foundation for discussion of web accessibility with different types […]

Learning Together Discussion Group: The Fundamentals of OCAP® (Ownership, Control, Access and Possession)

The Fundamentals of OCAP® (https://fnigc.ca/ocap-training/take-the-course/) is an online learning opportunity developed by the First Nations Information Governance Centre (FNIGC) (https://fnigc.ca/about-fnigc/) in collaboration with First Nations thought leaders, subject matter experts, and online education professionals. The Centre for Research & Innovation Support (CRIS) is pleased to host a 6-week complementary "Learning Together” opportunity for researchers at […]

Web Content Accessibility Crash Course (Day 2) – May 16, 2024

This session aims to give a foundation or refresher for website content editors on web accessibility fundamentals. Participants will learn about Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) and how they apply to the AODA, what this means for their role at the University and provide a foundation for discussion of web accessibility with different types […]

BASF Open Innovation: Distinguished Guest Lecture – May 16, 2024

Name: Bahen Centre for Information Technology - Room 1170 Address: 40 St. George St Toronto Ontario M5S 2E4

BASF Open InnovationWith global revenues of 68.9 billion Euros in 2023, BASF continues to drive economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. This lecture will discuss BASF’s open innovation initiatives. Topics include how BASF approaches partnerships in innovation, core areas of focus for research, and how to protect IP and trade secrets in an […]

Dual-Use Technologies: Know Your Research – Know your Partners – Assess the Risk | Module 2 (French) – May 17, 2024

Module 2: Dual-Use Technologies: Know Your Research – Know your Partners – Assess the Risk The module elaborates on dual-use technologies and research with specific examples. These examples highlight the complex nature of dual-use technologies, and ways to recognize their sensitivities. The outcome of the module will enhance the understanding of dual-use nature of any […]

Dual-Use Technologies: Know Your Research – Know your Partners – Assess the Risk | Module 2 – May 17, 2024

Module 2: Dual-Use Technologies: Know Your Research – Know your Partners - Assess the Risk The module elaborates on dual-use technologies and research with specific examples. These examples highlight the complex nature of dual-use technologies, and ways to recognize their sensitivities in a national security context. The outcome of the module will enhance the understanding […]

2024 Webinar for NSERC Discovery Horizons – May 21, 2024

NSERC has just advised the research community of the upcoming webinar for the third edition of the NSERC Discovery Horizons pilot program. This short presentation of the program will precede a Q&A session. For more information please see the Research Alert.

Demystifying the International Student Immigration Process | Module 3 – May 21, 2024

Module 3: Demystifying the International Student Immigration Process The purpose of this presentation is to provide insight on the immigration process for international students and to explain how prospective applicants are security screened for admissibility. The presentation will provide an overview on the immigration forms, supporting documents and requirements for a study permit. The roles […]

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