Thinking about starting a business, social enterprise, non-profit, or community-based organization? Wondering where to start? Join this session to learn why all great innovators and change makers Start with Why! This session will help you begin drafting answers to the big questions that serve as the foundation to any project. Learn about your strengths, values, […]
This workshop is intended to provide a basic overview of Data Management Plans (DMPs), a tool often used to lay a foundation for good research data management practices through the life of a research project and beyond. This workshop will cover a basic overview of the components of a typical data management plan and share […]
Container computing is gradually changing the way researchers are developing, sharing, and running software applications. Apptainer (formerly called Singularity) is gaining popularity in HPC for its performance, ease of use, portability, and security. In this course, we will explore: what is a container, why use a container, and how to use and create one.Format: On-line […]
On behalf of each and every one of you, Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation (HHSC) is beyond delighted to be dedicating their upcoming Research Connect Webinar to the Indigenous Children, their families and communities. They will honor the truths and collectively reflect on our path toward reconciliation. Walking together on this path with the help of […]
Social media has become an important tool in a scientist’s arsenal. It is a place to brainstorm and share ideas, make complex research accessible to the public, and carve out a niche as an expert in their respective fields. But, in a sea of misinformation and a crowded social media landscape, how can scientists leverage […]
This information session hosted by the Research Services Office (RSO) at UofT will review the guidelines for the Early Researcher Award (ERA) Round 17 competition and will explore the following: • Program information and key documents • Eligibility and budget • Application evaluation, tips, common weaknesses • Addressing equity, diversity and inclusion in the training […]
Are you interested in analyzing large bodies of texts, or teaching text analysis in your class? Not sure what tools are available for you to use? Join us to learn about some of the major tools for text analysis at the University of Toronto. This “Tasting Menu” workshop will introduce participants to the Gale Digital […]
For participants of all disciplines interested in learning more about researching companies and finding competitor information. Includes an overview of subscription databases and publicly available resources for company research. You'll learn how to: Evaluate different types of company information and understand the differences between public and private companies Find both direct and indirect competitor information […]
This hands-on workshop will guide you through the basics of setting up a CityEngine project, modelling out streets and buildings, and publishing your content online. We will also explore ways to use CityEngine rule packages within ArcGIS Pro, and we will look at an example of an urban design project built on a variety of […]
The CANSSI Ontario Research Day will showcase the work and discoveries by the data sciences and statistics community in Ontario. This one-day event draws participants from many Ontario universities, public, not-for-profit, and the research sector for a full day of data and discoveries. 2022 Theme. There is much debate among practitioners and scholars about what […]
Hybrid work has required the exploration of new tools that facilitate virtual collaboration among researchers. The Centre for Research Innovation & Support (CRIS) in collaboration with the Enterprise Applications and Solutions Integration (EASI) is hosting session on Microsoft 365 High Performance Collaboration for Researchers. This session will explore three different Microsoft 365 high-performance collaboration tools: […]
International SOS provides a range ofservices for U of T students, faculty and staff who are travelling abroad for Universityof Toronto related activities -https://global.utoronto.ca/international-sos-services/ (https://global.utoronto.ca/international-sos-services/).A previous firesidechat session (Nov 2021) introduced faculty and staff to services such as: supportwith individual emergencies like lost passports; need for medical care; fullscale evacuation in the case of a […]
This workshop provides an introduction to using SPSS to perform common data management and basic statistical analysis tasks. Participants will work through hands-on exercises in SPSS, and will learn to import spreadsheets, manage and edit data, create charts and other visualizations, and run descriptive statistical tests. Note: this workshop will not cover advanced statistical concepts, […]
The Inequity Speaker Series with Professor Miles Corak from Economics & Stone Center on Socio-Economic Inequality, City University of New York (CUNY). Registration required | REGISTER HERE Date: Friday, September 30, 2022 Time: 11 am – 12 pm Format: Hybrid (In-person & Virtual) Talk Title: Divided Landscapes of Economic Opportunity: The Canadian Geography of Intergenerational […]
The Leong Centre is excited to announce the launch of the “Community Engagement Series”, which is a new initiative featuring dynamic speakers and engagement sessions to provide opportunities to connect about innovative community-engaged research projects and methods. The series will be moderated by their Knowledge Mobilization and Community Engagement Specialist, Dr. Priscilla Medeiros. The first […]
New to programming? Learn the basics of programming using python in eight one-hour sessions over the course of four weeks. Sessions will consist of a mix of lectures and hands-on exercises.Format: In-person. Sessions will be recorded.
The Ontario Centre for Innovation (OCI), formally OCE, has recently streamlined its popular research partnerships funding program, the Voucher for Innovation and Productivity (VIP), providing support to academic researchers working with Ontario companies. In partnership, NSERC’s Alliance grant and OCI’s Voucher for Innovation and Productivity (VIP) will support post-secondary R&D collaborations with the highest potential […]
Interested in learning R? Need to learn R for your research or for job prospects? R is a popular open-source statistical programming language that is popular in academia and industry. This workshop provides an easy entry into the data science field. Get started learning R with this gentle hands-on workshop. You will learn how to […]
Whether you are on the edge of a new industry to looking to enter an established sector, you need to quantify and understand the industry players, segments, and size. This workshop introduces you to existing sources of industry information such as market research reports and trade journals, as well as provides strategies to help you […]
New to programming? Learn the basics of programming using python in eight one-hour sessions over the course of four weeks. Sessions will consist of a mix of lectures and hands-on exercises.Format: In-person. Sessions will be recorded.
Interested in learning Stata? Need to use Stata for your research or for job prospects? Stata is a data science software that is commonly used in academia and in research organizations. Get started learning Stata with this gentle hands-on workshop. You will learn how to import, explore and manipulate data using Stata. No coding experience […]
Do you need to pitch an idea, present your business to a customer, or give a compelling presentation? Join this session to learn how we can harness the power of storytelling! This hands-on workshop focuses on the skills of storytelling, and how we can use them to communicate our value to potential clients, customers, and […]
Protecting our data and information systems is a shared responsibility. All of us at the University of Toronto play a role in protecting the University community against security threats. This starts with learning to keep ourselves and our data safe online – be it protecting our accounts, digital assets or confidential data. Join this virtual […]
Writing for the general public is a powerful way to disseminate research findings to the broader world, have wider research impact, and reconnect with why the work you do matters. Mainstream writing does not replace journal articles or monographs, but instead complements them by helping to reach different audiences and achieve different professional goals. Trade […]
New to programming? Learn the basics of programming using python in eight one-hour sessions over the course of four weeks. Sessions will consist of a mix of lectures and hands-on exercises.Format: In-person. Sessions will be recorded.
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: In-person, as well as broadcast and recorded.
The SciNet Users Group (SNUG) meetings happen every month on the second Wednesday and involve a techtalk (a hybrid in-person/online webinar) on topics or technologies of interest to the SciNet community, followed by an in-person session at the SciNet headquarters in Toronto where users can bring questions and issues.
New to programming? Learn the basics of programming using python in eight one-hour sessions over the course of four weeks. Sessions will consist of a mix of lectures and hands-on exercises.Format: In-person. Sessions will be recorded.
In-Person Location: Robarts Library, 5th Floor, Room 5-053 (directly across from the elevator). Map & Data Library Computer Lab Excel is a popular spreadsheet software that allows you to organize, modify and analyse your data. In this 2 hour hands-on workshop, you will gain a deeper understanding of the uses and types of data that […]
In-Person Location: Robarts Library, 5th Floor, Room 5-053 (directly across from the elevator). Map & Data Library Computer Lab In an ideal world, any data you collect or obtain would be clean and formatted perfectly for analysis and visualization. But the reality is that data can be really messy! Cleaning and reformatting your data can […]
In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of mapping and spatial analysis using ArcGIS Pro.
Are you thinking of partnering with industry? Not sure where to begin or what to do next? Join us in-person on October 13th to learn about U of T resources available for establishing research partnerships with industry. Hosted by the Temerty Faculty of Medicine (TFoM) in collaboration with the Centre for Research & Innovation Support […]
Working with many of the HPC systems (like those at SciNet) involves using the Linux/UNIX command line. This provides a very powerful interface, but it can be quite daunting for the uninitiated. In this half-day session, you can become initiated with this coursse which will cover basic commands. It could be a great boon for […]
In an ideal world, any data you collect or obtain would be clean and formatted perfectly for analysis and visualization. But the reality is that data can be really messy! Cleaning and reformatting your data can be a time-consuming and tedious task, but there are ways to speed things up and automate repetitive tasks. OpenRefine […]
Book Release Event & Release of Digital Collection of Tamil Palm-Leaf Manuscripts in Canada at the University of Toronto Scarborough Library. Book Review Rev. Joseph Chandrakanthan Dr. Ramanathan Lambotharan Facilitators: Kirsta Stapelfeldt, Head, Digital Scholarship Unit, University of Toronto Scarborough Library Natkeeran Ledchumykanthan, Application Programmer, Digital Scholarship Unit, University of Toronto Scarborough Library LOCATION: Ralph […]
New to programming? Learn the basics of programming using python in eight one-hour sessions over the course of four weeks. Sessions will consist of a mix of lectures and hands-on exercises.Format: In-person. Sessions will be recorded.
In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of web mapping and spatial analysis using ArcGIS Online.
Interested in learning R? Need to learn R for your research or for job prospects? R is a popular open-source statistical programming language that is popular in academia and industry. This workshop provides an easy entry into the data science field. Get started with learning R with this gentle hands-on workshop. You will learn how […]
