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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 […] |
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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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: […]
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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 […]
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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, […] |
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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. |
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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.
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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. |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of mapping and spatial analysis using ArcGIS Pro.
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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.
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In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of web mapping and spatial analysis using ArcGIS Online.
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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 […] |
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Part 1: Structured Approach to Searching the Medical Literature for Knowledge Syntheses Audience: University of Toronto graduate students and faculty engaged in health science research. Date: Tuesday, October 18th 2022 Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm (+ mandatory pre-work module, approximately 60 minutes) Location: Online via Zoom (meeting link will be provided in registration confirmation email) […]
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In-Person Location: Electronic classroom on the 4th floor of Robarts Library (room 4033) Interested in learning to program but don't know where to start? This hands-on workshop will introduce you to the basic concepts of one of the world's most popular programming languages, Python! This introduction to Python will include concepts such as data types, […]
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In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of mapping and spatial analysis using ArcGIS Pro. |
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The Fall Data Forum on October 19, 2022, is a day-long forum that focuses on helping researchers who work with certain datasets to expand their knowledge base and skill sets. An afternoon panel of international experts on data governance from the UK, US and Canada, who will discuss ways in which we can democratise access […]
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If you have ever considered working in the information security sector, this event is for you. Grab a coffee and join Isaac Straley, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), University of Toronto, for an informal and open conversation about information security careers and online safety, including best practices for securing online accounts and protecting yourself against […]
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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.
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Interested in learning to program but don't know where to start? This hands-on workshop will introduce you to the basic concepts of one of the world's most popular programming languages, Python! This introduction to Python will include concepts such as data types, variables, operators and loops. You will also learn how to use Jupyter Notebooks […]
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In Conversation With…Visiting Topics in EDI in Research & Innovation is a series of discussions with experts at University of Toronto on how to embed best practices and strategic EDI approaches within the research and innovation ecosystem. Each session will be hosted by Dr. Nicole Kaniki (https://www.utoronto.ca/news/nicole-kaniki-u-t-s-first-director-equity-diversity-and-inclusion-research-and-innovation), the inaugural Director of EDI in Research and Innovation, and […]
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Join U of T Libraries for a panel discussion on the risks and benefits of digital technologies, human behavioural data, and algorithmic decision-making technologies embedded within our everyday lives. What are the trade-offs that come with our desire for convenience? Can we control our data? How is it being used? Panelists will explore the implications […]
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Join the CRIS Collaborative Programs Officer for an in-person offering of the 'Back to Facilitation Basics' workshop! This hands-on training will focus on activities and tips & tricks for in-person facilitated sessions. About the workshop: Picture this: you are in a 3-hr team brainstorming session, or a strategic research planning retreat, or maybe a consensus […]
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In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of creating online storymaps using text, maps and media |
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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 […]
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A Language-Based Model of Organizational Identification Demonstrates how Within-Person Changes in Identification Relate to Network Position – Prof. Amir Goldberg Join us for the Data Sciences Speaker Series with Prof. Amir Goldberg, Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior and Sociology (by courtesy), Stanford University. This talk is co-sponsored by the Data Sciences Institute and the Department […]
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In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of creating online storymaps using text, maps and media
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Have you ever wondered where all your time goes when looking at your phone? This workshop is focused on habits and how they are formed. We will start by looking at how habits are formed and then explore the ways our phones have been designed to grab our attention. We will end by looking at […]
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Every time you interact with a website, search engine or app, you are revealing information about yourself and your identity. Sometimes this data is obvious and under your direct control (i.e. posting a photo or entering text into a form on a website) and sometimes it is hidden (like location metadata in a photo file, […] |
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The Max Planck-University of Toronto Centre for Neural Science and Technology (MPUTC) offers a joint Ph.D. program between the Max Planck Society (MPG) and the University of Toronto (U of T) in the following research areas: Developing novel tools for observing and stimulating neural activity Conducting neurobiology experiments that use advance tools Analyzing data, creating […]
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This workshop defines what is meant by online ‘misinformation’ and ‘disinformation’ and explores the slippery and complex world of media and information. We will start by diving into persuasive design: design tricks on websites, apps, and in advertisements that persuade visitors to click, share, and buy. By becoming aware of physical and emotional responses to […] |
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In three sessions over the course of one week, we will cover different aspects of cybersecurity to help you enable your research! We will explore cybersecurity concepts, cyberattack models, as well as best practices to protect your research. We will talk about cryptography and apply the concept to a real life scenario via SSH keys. […]
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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. |
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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, […]
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Part 2: Beyond Medline: Translating Search Strategies Audience: University of Toronto graduate students and faculty engaged in health science research. Date: Tuesday, October 25th, 2022 Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm (+ mandatory pre-work module, approximately 60 minutes) Location: Online via Zoom (meeting link will be provided in registration confirmation email) By the end of this […]
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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 can be manipulated in Excel. Through practical exercises using real world data, you will learn important terminology, explore methods for manipulating […]
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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 can be manipulated in Excel. Through practical exercises using real world data, you will learn important terminology, explore methods […] |
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*This is a hybrid event – In-person and virtual tickets available* Changing views of the hematopoietic stem cell: lineage bias, clonal hematopoiesis and impact on disease Join on October 26 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EDT for the annual Gairdner Science Week Symposium, live and IN-PERSON for the first time in nearly three years. […]
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About the webinar: Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in Canada, with one in eight women being diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Since 2000, breast cancer incidence among younger women (< 50 years) has increased in Canada. There is evidence that early-onset breast cancer is biologically and etiologically distinct […]
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In three sessions over the course of one week, we will cover different aspects of cybersecurity to help you enable your research! We will explore cybersecurity concepts, cyberattack models, as well as best practices to protect your research. We will talk about cryptography and apply the concept to a real life scenario via SSH keys. […]
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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. |
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*This is a hybrid event - In-person and virtual tickets available* This highly anticipated event features lectures from the seven 2022 Canada Gairdner Award Laureates about their prize-winning research. The lecture will also include five Early Career Investigators from across Canada who have won our contest and will present their related research alongside our laureates.
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Join us for a fireside chat to look at how U of T students are re-engaging with global mobility (graduate, professional and undergraduate students in coursework, research and professional or community placements). The session will include an overview of where we are now, new in person and hybrid initiatives, and an opportunity to learn about […]
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The Black Research Network’s Speaker Series invites the greatest minds from the University of Toronto and beyond to engage in meaningful conversations and inquiries about their recent work and careers. Join William Paris, an assistant professor in the department of philosophy at the University of Toronto, as he reflects on work of American political activist […]
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Infographics are a specific type of data visualization that uses a mix of data, visuals, and text to inform or persuade. They are common in marketing and social media, but they are becoming more popular as a way to attract and engage with audiences to share your message. They can be used to promote yourself […] |
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BRN Research Workshop Series The BRN Research Workshop Series provides various opportunities for participants to improve their knowledge of existing research grants and equip them with relevant information and tools to navigate their academic careers and industry. Research Program Planning Workshop I The Black Research Network’s Research Program Planning Workshop is a knowledge sharing initiative […]
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Join us for the Inequity Speaker Series with Associate Professor Cristobal Young from the Sociology Department, Cornell University. Registration Required Date: Friday, October 28, 2022 Time: 11 am – 12 pm Format: Hybrid (In-person & Virtual) Talk Title: Taxing the Rich: How Incentives and Embeddedness Shape Millionaire Tax Flight Abstract: Taxing the rich is one […]
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CARTE Industry Speaker Seminar Series welcome Michael Bailey, Computational Scientist at Sanofi Data and AI Center of Excellence in Toronto, for the first in-person seminar of 2022-23 academic year. Abstract: RNA vaccines saved the world from COVID. But vaccines are just one of several potential uses for this breakthrough technology. As the world leading vaccine manufacturer and one of the […]
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In three sessions over the course of one week, we will cover different aspects of cybersecurity to help you enable your research! We will explore cybersecurity concepts, cyberattack models, as well as best practices to protect your research. We will talk about cryptography and apply the concept to a real life scenario via SSH keys. […] |
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Infographics are a specific type of data visualization that uses a mix of data, visuals, and text to inform or persuade. They are common in marketing and social media, but they are becoming more popular as a way to attract and engage with audiences to share your message. They can be used to promote yourself […]
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In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of web mapping and spatial analysis using ArcGIS Online. |
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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 […]
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In-Person Location: Electronic classroom on the 4th floor of Robarts Library (room 4033) Interested in learning to program but don't know where to start? This hands-on workshop will build on the concepts introduced in A Friendly Introduction to Python for Absolute Beginners: Part 1 to introduce you to more basic concepts of one of the […] |
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If you have ever considered working in the information security sector, this event is for you. Grab a coffee and join Isaac Straley, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), University of Toronto, for an informal and open conversation about information security careers and online safety, including best practices for securing online accounts and protecting yourself against […]
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“Biodiversity and Urban Green Spaces – Trade-Offs, Synergies,and Ways Forward” with Professor Scott MacIvor Ascities expand, our dependency on urban green spaces (UGSs) to connect people tonature, provide recreation, support biodiversity, and generate ecosystemservices increases. UGSs range in type from remnant areas such as parks andravines to constructed green infrastructure like green roofs and bioswales.These […]
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So you've built a startup. Do you really need a lawyer? University of Toronto Entrepreneurship and UTEST (https://cris.eve.utoronto.ca/admin/events/utest.to) invite you to attend The True Cost of Startup Legal: Myths, Misnomers & Truths. This in-person workshop moderated by Kate Grant (https://www.fasken.com/en/kate-grant#sort=%40fclientworksortdate75392%20descending), Business Advisor for Fasken’s Emerging Technology Group, will feature a candid conversation with Sam Cooper, CTO and founder of Phenomic AI (https://phenomic.ai/) about the legal […]
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Interested in learning to program but don't know where to start? This hands-on workshop will build on the concepts introduced in A Friendly Introduction to Python for Absolute Beginners: Part 1 to introduce you to more basic concepts of one of the world's most popular programming languages, Python! This Part 2 introduction to Python includes […]
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Text analysis is a range of techniques for working with large numbers of texts for exploration, analysis, and visualization. This workshop will introduce you to Constellate, a text analysis tool that runs entirely in your internet browser. For those new to text analysis, Constellate offers a gentle introduction to using Python in a no-fuss browser-based […] |
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