Introduction to Scopus AI and Web of Science Research Assistant to Explore Literature – Apr. 9, 2025

In 2024, the University of Toronto Libraries subscribed to new AI assistants in the popular scientific research databases Scopus and Web of Science. This 1-hour webinar provides an introduction to the Scopus AI (https://www-scopus-com.myaccess.library.utoronto.ca/search/form.uri?display=basic#scopus-ai) and Web of Science Research Assistant (RA) (https://www-webofscience-com.myaccess.library.utoronto.ca/wos/research-assistant) search engines. Participants will learn how these tools work; get familiar with their […]

From Numbers to Narrative: How to Tell Stories That Make Data Matter – Apr 9, 2025

Data is essential for crafting winning strategies and making impactful decisions. But without a compelling story, numbers alone fail to inspire action. Poor data communication can mislead, confuse, or even lead to disastrous business decisions. On the other hand, mastering the art of data-led storytelling can engage, inspire, and motivate your audience to take action. […]

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 […]

Live Discussion: Community-Based Research Responding to the Housing and Affordability Crisis – Apr 10, 2025

Community-Based Research Canada presents “Responding to Crises: What is the Value of Community-Based Research?” The fall 2024- spring 2025 e-learning series. In this E-Learning Series, Community-Based Research Canada showcases Community-Based Research as a tool for responding to current crises facing our society. Community-Based Research engages academic and community partners, including those more directly affected by […]

CBRCanada: Strengths and Challenges of Conducting Community-Based Research Online- Apr 11, 2025

"Strengths and Challenges of Conducting Community-Based Research Online" Guest facilitated by Dr. Carla T. Hilario, RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, University of British Columbia. Community of practice meetings actively bring together CBRCanada members from across Canada and beyond to engage in meaningful discussions on the second Friday of every month at 12pm ET.

What Supervisors Need to Know about Grad Students’ Intellectual Property – Apr 11, 2025

Hosted by: Centre for Graduate Professional Development at the School of Graduate Studies Understanding intellectual property (IP) is important for all members of the university research community. Graduate students, however, are unique in the multiple roles they inhabit at the university, which have implications for their intellectual property rights and how they interact with the […]

Visualizing Data Networks (Gephi)

Please, check out other Fun Data Friday events. What: Learn the basics of how networks, as in groups of entities with relationships, are visualized. We will discuss the appropriate terminology used when working with this data. Look at where open network datasets can be discovered and use Gephi to visualize and analyze this data. Why: […]

Charting Ethical Paths on a Divided Campus – April 11, 2025

Centre for Ethics 6 Hoskin Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Panelists will address questions such as: the role and limitations of protests on campus; the duties of university administration in balancing safe and proper functioning of campus with allowing/encouraging freedom of expression for students, staff, and faculty; whether the university and the specific departments must abide by principles of neutrally in making public pronouncements. Panelists: […]

BRN Research Symposium – Apr 14, 2025

The BRN Research Symposium will bring together multidisciplinary researchers from across the University of Toronto to showcase the transformative impact of Black research excellence in shaping the future. What to expect:   Learn about multidisciplinary research that is taking place at the university, from STEM, social sciences, the humanities and everything in between Engage in structured […]

Digital Document and Web Accessibility Fundamentals – Apr 14, 2025

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.

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