WEBINAR: Enhancing health research with new environmental exposure datasets from CANUE and CanPath – Nov. 18, 2024

CanPath is expanding its collaboration with the Canadian Urban Environmental Health Research Consortium (CANUE) by adding 17 new environmental exposure datasets to its existing data resources. CANUE provides standardized, area-level data on air and noise pollution, green spaces, climate change, and socioeconomic factors, linked to health cohort studies using participant residential postal codes. This webinar […]

EPIC: Accelerating discoveries in biology and medicine using AI – Nov. 19, 2024

EPIC is partnering with the Institute for Pandemics and the Temerty Centre for AI Research and Education in Medicine to host a three-part speaker series this fall on AI and infectious diseases! Moderated by The Globe and Mail’s Ivan Semeniuk, this series will be a fascinating exploration of how AI is revolutionizing the way we detect and respond to infectious diseases. All […]

Module 3: Demystifying the International Student Immigration Process – Nov 19, 2024

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 and responsibilities of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada […]

Introduction to Using NVivo 14/15 for Qualitative Data Analysis (Mac Version) – Nov. 20, 2024

What: Learn to use a market-leading, point-and-click qualitative data management and analysis tool, NVivo, by working through some typical steps of a qualitative data analysis research project, such as loading in data, coding, running queries, and exporting. Why: Learning qualitative data analysis skills and tools will help you organize or participate in qualitative research projects, […]

Community Engaged Research Discussion Club: Meaningfully Engaging Peer Researchers – Nov. 20 2024

The Centre for Research and Innovation Support (CRIS) and Centre for Community Partnerships (CCP) invite you to join us for the next session in the Community Engaged Research Discussion Club (https://cris.utoronto.ca/related/community-engaged-research-faculty-discussion-club). This series is for researchers with an interest in deepening their theoretical and practical understanding of community engaged research to connect with, and learn […]

BRN Research Conversation Series: Advancing Black Health Equity – Nov 20, 2024

What is the impact of racism on health? How can community-based research and partnerships not only inform policy but also influence how public health equity is taught in post-secondary institutions? In the second installment of the BRN Research Conversation Series, Onye Nnorom (Assistant Professor, Dalla Lana School of Public Health) and Notisha Massaquoi (Assistant Professor, […]

Relationships, Respect, Relevance, Reciprocity, and Responsibility: The Foundations of Trust and Engagement with Indigenous Communities – Nov 20, 2024

This session will support trainees in understanding what underpins successful research partnership with Indigenous communities. Foundational theories and central tenets of research with Indigenous communities will be discussed, followed by a deeper examination of the way in which core principles can be actualized. OBJECTIVES: Describe fundamental principles for working with Indigenous communities. Outline best practices […]

STAR Workshop 12 – The Art of Managing a Research Budget – Nov. 21, 2024, 10:00-11:30am

Elevate your expertise in managing post-award research budgets with our dynamic STAR workshop. Here is what you can look forward to: • Discover the most effective FIS (Financial Information System) and UTRAC (U of T Research Account) tools for budget administration • Gain a clear understanding of the regulations that impact research funding • Learn […]

Barriers to Reconciliation: Walking the Path of Indigenous Allyship – Nov. 21, 2024

230 College Street. Toronto, ON 230 College Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

In-Person Session What does it mean to be an ally to Indigenous peoples? Is it even possible to call yourself an ally, or is it more correct to say that one can only aspire to be an ally, as allyship is a continuous process of self-reflexivity, learning, and acting in a decolonial manner? These are […]

Ready, Set, Publish: Copyright & Open Access for Researchers

In today's rapidly changing academic publishing environment, researchers and authors face new challenges and opportunities related to copyright management and open access publishing. This webinar aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate this complex landscape effectively. This webinar is designed for researchers and authors who wish to deepen their understanding […]

Ready, Set, Publish: Copyright & Open Access for Researchers

In today's rapidly changing academic publishing environment, researchers and authors face new challenges and opportunities related to copyright management and open access publishing. This webinar aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate this complex landscape effectively. This webinar is designed for researchers and authors who wish to deepen their understanding […]

Building a Biotech Venture Program – Info and Networking Session – Nov. 21, 2024

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

At the program information session: • Learn how to successfully apply to the program • Get an overview of the business canvas, a key component of the application • Hear from previous years' pitch finalists • Network with other interested trainees and/or form a team While this program is designed primarily for trainees, supervisors are […]

Toronto Data Workshop (TDW) with Yiqin Fu – Nov 22, 2024

Born and raised in China, Yiqin Fu spent many of her formative years in the U.S. and the U.K. Yiqin (pronounced ee-ching) is studying towards a Ph.D. in political science at Stanford University, after having worked as a research associate at Yale Law School’s Paul Tsai China Center in New Haven, Connecticut and Beijing, China. […]

You Belong: Deepening Understanding of University Governance – Nov 25, 2024

Simcoe Hall, 27 King’s College Circle, Toronto, ON M5S 3K1, Governing Council Chamber, Room 214, 2nd floor

The governance of universities plays a critical role in shaping institutional priorities and ensuring equitable practices. Understanding the frameworks and principles that underpin university governance, including the roles and responsibilities of the various governance bodies and the intersection with administrative bodies, is essential in effecting equitable systems change initiatives. This presentation aims to provide greater […]

Tools Fail: Detecting Silent Errors in Faulty Tools – Nov. 25, 2024

Myhal Centre for Engineering Innovation & Entrepreneurship, 55 St George St., Toronto, Ontario, M5S 0C9, Room 380 Myhal Centre for Engineering Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Rm 380), 55 St George St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

On November 25th, CARTE Industry Speaker Seminar Series hosts Jimin Sun from Cohere, moderated by Professor Scott Sanner. Title: Tools Fail: Detecting Silent Errors in Faulty Tools Abstract: Tools have become a mainstay of Large Language Models (LLMs), allowing them to retrieve knowledge not in their weights, to perform tasks on the web, and even to control […]

Steeping Success: A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs – November 26, 2024

A Virtual Tea Session for Indigenous Entrepreneurs Redbird Circle Inc., in partnership with ICUBE at University of Toronto will continue to offer virtual coaching and mentorship sessions for Indigenous Entrepreneurs on an ongoing basis until mid-fall. This means you will have continuous access to mentorship and coaching to help you progress with your business ventures. […]

Desjardins Speaker Series: Move Fast and Make Things: How to Manufacture a Global Entrepreneurial Mindset – Nov. 26, 2024

The next Desjardins Speaker Series will inspire any entrepreneurs looking to manufacture their own products and scale their businesses. Hear from two iconic Canadian entrepreneurs—Jim Estill, CEO & President of Danby appliances and Katherine Homuth, Founder & CEO of SRTX —as they share their experiences with manufacturing challenges and offer valuable advice for founders looking […]

Company & Competitor Research

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 […]

Module 5: Sanctions 101 | Global Affairs Canada

The presentation will provide an overview of Canada's current sanctions measures, best practices on how to conduct due diligence to verify sanctions, and information on how to apply for a permit, if one is required. Sanctions have implications for Canadian educational institutions, affecting research collaborations and funding opportunities, as well as how researchers and other […]

JHI How-to: Include Research Trainees in KM & Research Activities – Nov. 26, 2024

Researchers in the humanities and social sciences, are you wondering how you can better include student training in your funding applications? As projects become more complex, as a PI you might be looking for some inspiration for the range of roles that students can play for a funded research project. This workshop presents the possibilities […]

Gerstein + MADLab 3D Printing Safety Training

This session introduces tools, techniques and best practices of 3D printing, including the basics of 3D printing, an introduction to the MADLab space, and the models of 3D printers available for use. Instructors will demonstrate how to safely use the service and the machines from start to finish, as well as how to find and […]

Introduction to Using NVivo 14/15 for Qualitative Data Analysis (Mac Version) – Nov. 26, 2024

What: Learn to use a market-leading, point-and-click qualitative data management and analysis tool, NVivo, by working through some typical steps of a qualitative data analysis research project, such as loading in data, coding, running queries, and exporting. Why: Learning qualitative data analysis skills and tools will help you organize or participate in qualitative research projects, […]

Introduction to Prompt Engineering and GenAI Tools to Support Literature Reviews – Nov. 28, 2024

Name: Centre for Research & Innovation Support Address: 9 King's College Circle Toronto Ontario M7A 1A5

The Centre for Research & Innovation Support (CRIS), in collaboration with the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation and University of Toronto Libraries, is hosting a hands-on workshop that aims to equip researchers with essential knowledge and skills for using Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in their work. Participants will learn to craft effective prompts and […]

Feminist Lunch Series: Critical Approaches to Gender Equity, Diversity & Inclusion – Nov. 28, 2024

Insights from Art, Activism and Scholarship Based on research with community organizations led by 2SLGBTQ+, racialized, gendered, and other groups, speakers will discuss findings on EDI and consent practices developed from within these intersectional communities, rather than those shaped by external or institutional policies. Moderated by Dr. Yasmin Jiwani, Concordia University Organized by Dr. Zeinab […]

Speaking Our Truths – Part 1: The Journey Towards Reconciliation – Nov 28, 2024

230 College Street. Toronto, ON 230 College Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

In-person session Please note: this is Part 1 of a 2-part workshop. It is recommended that you also attend Part 2 to a complete understanding of the context for this session. Culture is expressed in the worldviews of peoples from different backgrounds, lived experiences and histories. It is fostered through one's unique identification with one's […]

Toronto Data Workshop (TDW) with Caroline Weis – Nov 29, 2024

Caroline Weis is a Senior AI/ML Engineer and team lead at gsk.ai. In 2021, she completed her PhD in Machine Learning for Computational Biology and Healthcare at ETH Zurich. Her research interests lie in the development of personalized healthcare through data analysis and machine learning on medical and biological data.

SSHRC Funding Opportunity and Webinar (English) – Dec. 4, 2024

SSHRC has launched a new funding opportunity called the Destination Horizon Grants. Valued at $15,000 for one year, these grants are intended to support researchers affiliated with eligible Canadian postsecondary institutions to build capacity, foster existing partnerships, and further develop networks and/or consortia with European Union and other “associated countries” researchers, with the ultimate goal of applying […]

Graduate Student Inclusion in Grants – Dec. 3, 2024

Come join SGS and peers in discussing how to incorporate graduate students meaningfully into grants and tips for building them into budgets. Presenter(s): Rita Kandel, Professor and Chair, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology, Temerty Faculty of Medicine Alison Keith, Professor, Department of Classics, Faculty of Arts and Science, and Director, Jackman Humanities Institute Kang Lee, Professor, Department of Applied […]

Safeguarding Science Workshop | Module 1 – Dec. 3, 2024

Module 1: Safeguarding Science: Raising awareness of security risks and mitigation tools in the research ecosystem 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 […]

Gerstein + MADLab 3D Printing Safety Training

This session introduces tools, techniques and best practices of 3D printing, including the basics of 3D printing, an introduction to the MADLab space, and the models of 3D printers available for use. Instructors will demonstrate how to safely use the service and the machines from start to finish, as well as how to find and […]

Nature Masterclass: Communicating to Non-Research Audiences – Dec. 4, 2024

Name: Centre for Research & Innovation Support Address: 9 King's College Circle Toronto Ontario M7A 1A5

The Centre for Research & Innovation Support (CRIS) has partnered with Nature Masterclasses to provide a no-cost limited enrolment Masterclass focusing on communicating research to non-research audiences. It is becoming increasingly important for researchers to be able to clearly communicate their research to a broader audience, such as the public, the press, and even funding organizations. […]

SSHRC Funding Opportunity and Webinar (French) – Dec. 4, 2024

SSHRC has launched a new funding opportunity called the Destination Horizon Grants. Valued at $15,000 for one year, these grants are intended to support researchers affiliated with eligible Canadian postsecondary institutions to build capacity, foster existing partnerships, and further develop networks and/or consortia with European Union and other “associated countries” researchers, with the ultimate goal of […]

Practical Strategies for a Gender-Inclusive University – Dec. 4, 2024

This training will build on foundational frameworks and concepts related to sexual and gender diversity and support participants to build a a deeper understanding of gender identity and gender expression. Through reflective activities, practical strategies, and engaging conversations, participants will gain skills to recognize how gendered ideas and assumptions might emerge in everyday interactions. Participants […]

Speaking Our Truths: The Journey Towards Reconciliation – Part 2 – Dec 5. 2024

230 College Street. Toronto, ON 230 College Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

In-person session Please note this is Part 2 of a 2-part course. It is recommended you attend Part 1 first to get wholesome context to this session. Culture is expressed in the worldviews of peoples from different backgrounds, lived experiences and histories. It is fostered through one's unique identification with one's values, beliefs, languages, and traditions. […]

Research on Research Joint Initiative – Webinar info – (SSHRC, CIHR and Michael Smith Health Research BC) – Dec. 6, 2024

SSHRC, CIHR and Michael Smith Health Research BC have come together to offer the Research on Research Joint Initiative funding opportunity. Research on research, also known as metaresearch, is the application of rigorous methods and analysis to the practice of research itself—its methods, standards and evaluation (see expanded definition below). Founded in 2019, the Research on Research Institute (RoRI) is a […]

Medicine by Design Symposium – Dec. 9, 2024

Register for this year’s symposium, themed “Driving translation with transformative science.” Invited speakers and Medicine by Design principal investigators will focus on telling strong translational stories, starting with leading edge science and enabling technologies through to commercialization and patient impact. Invited Speakers: Anna Falk, PhD Chief Scientific Officer, CCRM Nordic and Professor, Lund University https://portal.research.lu.se/en/persons/anna-falk […]

Research on Research Joint Initiative – Webinar info – (SSHRC, CIHR and Michael Smith Health Research BC) – Dec. 9, 2024

SSHRC, CIHR and Michael Smith Health Research BC have come together to offer the Research on Research Joint Initiative funding opportunity. Research on research, also known as metaresearch, is the application of rigorous methods and analysis to the practice of research itself—its methods, standards and evaluation (see expanded definition below). Founded in 2019, the Research on Research Institute (RoRI) is a […]

SSHRC Insight Development Grant: Strategies for Success – Dec. 10, 2024

The Centre for Research & Innovation Support, in collaboration with the Research Services Office, is hosting a webinar on the upcoming 2025 SSHRC Insight Development Grant (IDG) competition for the University of Toronto community. This session will feature a faculty panel of recent members of IDG Merit Review Committees and successful IDG applicants. Panelists will […]

Using GenAI Tools with Library Licensed Content – Dec. 10, 2024

The integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) tools into the humanities is set to transform approaches to studying human culture and history. With the rapid evolution of GenAI tools and applications, the legal and policy frameworks governing GenAI use are full of grey areas and subject to change.  This resulting uncertainty can create challenges in […]

Introduction to Prompt Engineering and GenAI Tools to Support Literature Reviews – Dec. 10, 2024

Name: Centre for Research & Innovation Support Address: 9 King's College Circle Toronto Ontario M7A 1A5

The Centre for Research & Innovation Support (CRIS), in collaboration with the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation and University of Toronto Libraries, is hosting a hands-on workshop that aims to equip researchers with essential knowledge and skills for using Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in their work. Participants will learn to craft effective prompts and […]

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