In this training webinar, intended for Scopus users who already have a basic understanding of the Scopus database, it will: Review the foundations of querying the Scopus database Building custom queries to get in touch with latest research by a specific group of researchers, affiliations, or journals Designing and evaluating search queries for literature reviews, […]
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, […]
Issued by NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH (NIH) Purpose Attention research administrators, investigators, grant writers, students, and others working with the NIH grants process, programs, and policies: If you have not registered for the 2023 Virtual NIH Grants Conference on Funding, Policies, and Processes, there’s still time! And if you have registered, congratulations, you are in […]
_x000D_ _x000D_ Research is increasingly aligned with principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. As part of our new “Hands-on with the JHI” workshop series, we are inviting researchers in the humanities and qualitative social sciences to a pair of interactive workshops to level-up and meaningfully embed EDI principles into your program of research on a […]
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 […]
“Doing the Knowledge: Preserving Hip-Hop Culture Beyond 'the Archive'” with Professor Mark Campbell With hip-hop cultural memorabilia currently being auctioned globally by international auction houses, exhibited by museums and archived by 'ivy League' universities, there are clear signs of an archival turn in this once rebellious youth counterculture. In this talk I focus on the […]
Respected Research Connect Community, We welcome 2023 with enthusiasm and excitement and an attitude of learning, marching to explore our vision “Advancing Collaboration and Networking”. To advance this vision, creativity is the key, and we are thrilled to initiate our 2023 webinar series with a highlight and focus on “Building a Creative Mindset in Research”. […]
The first launch of the CIHR Research Excellence, Diversity, and Independence (REDI) Early Career Transition Award (2022) will facilitate the transition of promising researchers who self-identify as Blackc (any gender) or racializedd womene into independent research faculty positions in Canadian academic, health system and research institutions. Applicants may be post-doctoral researchers, clinicians, or research associates. […]
Community-Based Research Canada presents “Moving the Dial”: our Winter & Spring 2023 E-Learning series. This series will highlight action-oriented community-based research that is ‘moving the dial’ on today’s pressing societal challenges. An important hallmark of community-based research, taking an action-orientated and impactful approach, means research partnerships mobilizing knowledge and mobilizing communities towards positive societal change. […]
Join staff from the Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) for an introduction to the upcoming My Research Funds (MRF) system that will be replacing the current My Research On Line (MROL). The session includes a live demo of the new UTRAC (University of Toronto Research Account), which will replace the Funded Research Digest (FReD), and time for audience […]
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 […]
CDHI is pleased to welcome Dr. Connie Crompton as the second guest in our 2022-23 Visiting Speaker Series. Dr. Crompton is a Canada Research Chair in Digital Humanities and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Ottawa. She is the Vice-President (English) of the Canadian Society for Digital Humanities, Director […]
_x000D_ _x000D_ The Centre for Community Partnerships (CCP) and the Centre for Research and Innovation Support (CRIS) invite you to attend a roundtable focused on community-engaged learning (CEL) and community engaged research (CER). This roundtable will bring together faculty from across the University of Toronto to discuss anti-oppressive approaches to CER and CEL in the […]
Scholars and researchers working on university-based data management working groups or who are interested in Indigenous data sovereignty in Canada are invited to join us for a virtual dialogue that will contribute to the changing research data management landscape. The event will start with an overview of Indigenous data sovereignty from Indigenous scholars then lead […]
This session will focus on the attitudinal barriers that manifest in current and historical perceptions about Blackness and Black communities. It will also identify and discuss the strategies, tools and resources to strengthen advocacy and EDI transformation efforts to address intersectional forms of anti-Black racism in post-secondary environments. A panel discussion will follow.
The Human Research Ethics Unit invites you to join this information session to address all types of research involving human participants in the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Education. Faculty members, graduate students, and staff are invited to attend. Workshops include a presentation with opportunities for questions and discussion. The research ethics workshops are eligible for credit in the School of Graduate Studies […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 are becoming more popular as a way to attract and engage with audiences to share your message. They can be used to promote yourself and […]
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.
The CIHR is hosting this webinar to support participants with the requirements of the funding opportunity "Project Grant – Spring 2023 Applicant Webinar" and to answer questions on how to apply. No registration is required. Just follow this link to join.
The Human Research Ethics Unit is pleased to invite you to this informational session to address all types of research involving human participants in the health sciences. Faculty members, graduate students, and staff are invited to attend. Workshops will include a presentation with opportunities for questions and discussion. Topics will include: • History and principles behind research […]
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 […]
Are you interested in sharing your data with other researchers? Has a journal or funder asked you to share your data? Would you like to house your research team’s data in one place? In this session, participants will learn how to organize and publish research data in the University of Toronto Dataverse, U of T’s […]
The Office of the Vice President, International, is pleased to launch the University of Toronto’s new International Strategic Plan (2022-2027). We are proud to celebrate this launch by convening a series of virtual panels over the coming year, each of which will substantively engage with a specific theme featured in our strategic plan. The third […]
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 […]
This workshop will explore a few business models commonly found in healthcare startups. Joella will start by sharing the journey of her venture, MedEssist, from an app focused on medication adherence to a complete platform addressing digital health challenges. Participants will have the chance to think through the pros and cons of different business models […]
We have been deeply impacted by the last three years, and rather than fighting systems of oppression or anti-blackness with our words, I invite participants to engage with practices that root ourselves in our right to rest and engage in community care. The session will start off with a gentle meditation and movement. This session […]
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 others, learn from each […]
The First Nations principles of ownership, control, access, and possession – more commonly known as OCAP® – assert that First Nations have control over data collection processes, and that they own and control how this information can be used. This presentation introduces participants to FNIGC, the First Nations principles of OCAP® and First Nations data […]
Introduction to the Digital Research Alliance of Canada, and overview of the research support and resources available through the Alliance, that are directly applicable to Humanities and Social Sciences researchers. We will give some brief usage cases and the next steps if you are interested in exploring our resources! This event is hosted by the […]
_x000D_ _x000D_ Join Mitacs Advisor, Hayley McKay on Tuesday, February 14 from 12-1PM to learn about the Mitacs funding opportunities available to support your collaborative research projects in the social sciences, arts, and humanities through their Accelerate, Elevate and Globalink programs._x000D_ _x000D_ Mitacs is a national, independent, not-for-profit organization that supports collaborative research partnerships between […]
The SciVal 101 webinar is open to all current and aspiring SciVal users at institutions across Canada who are looking for an introductory overview of SciVal. The webinar will include: Data sources & structure Analytical Potential Overview of Common Use Cases Product walk-through of common use cases Interactive Q & A The presentation and product […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Office of the Vice-Principal Research and Innovation (OVPRI) at UTSC, invites you to join our Research Awards Information Session, featuring colleagues who have been successful in receiving awards and honours. This session will discuss: • Benefits of recognition as part of a research career trajectory • Strategies for developing successful nominations • Awards and Honours support available […]
"We are delighted to have Health Canada-Scientific Evaluator, Marie-Pierre Desrosiers, join our Research Connect network and share insights on “Investigational Testing Authorization Guidelines”. Please mark your calendars and register as soon as possible. Marie-Pierre Desrosiers holds a Bachelor degree in Biopharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Ottawa and a Master degree in Human Genetics from […]
The Sensitive Data Repository Project is a FRDR-led collaborative initiative designed to equip Canadian data repositories with the technology and policy framework elements needed to ingest and manage controlled access to sensitive research data, ensuring long-term storage of valuable data assets and enabling potential data re-use. The project involves piloting new technology, collaboratively co-developing workflows […]
“How to track progress towards Open Data using Data Monitor” is for all interested in tracking and analyzing institutional research data. The session will comprise of Where is the Research Data and how institutions can start tracking research data Data sharing trends in Canada Data Monitor demo and sharing of some use cases Q & […]
In this hands-on and discussion-centered workshop we will discuss and identify unique considerations for managing “humanities and social sciences research data”. In this workshop we will introduce you to the basic lifecycle of data–including your own personal data. We will learn about different formats (proprietary vs. open), software, and metadata for your data. Finally, through […]
From the Homeland: Métis Identity and Digital Storytelling The effects of intergenerational trauma and continued settler colonialism have resulted in the loss of identity, culture, and language for many Métis people in Canada. Misconceptions about who is Métis and what it means to be Métis continues to negatively impact the understanding of health, wellbeing, and […]
Our peer-led Community of Practice Gatherings offer community-engaged learning (CEL) instructors a recurring conversation space to share best practices, troubleshoot, discuss relevant literature, and collaborate on CEL teaching-related issues. Each gathering is facilitated by a different faculty member, who shares a challenge, a case study, an article or other resource to catalyze discussion. Facilitator: Notisha […]
This session will serve as a walk-through demonstration of how to use the Data Management Plan (DMP) Assistant tool. A high-level overview of research data management and the role of DMPs will be provided, as well as concrete examples, resources, and best practices in the creation of a data management plan for humanities and social […]
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: Wednesday, Febuary 15th, 2023 Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm (+ mandatory pre-work module, approximately 60 minutes) Location: Robarts 4th Floor E-Classroom By the end of this 3-part workshop series, […]
The Blitz Workshops in Computational & Quantitative Social Sciences (CQSS) feature faculty members from across the three campuses who give short (10-15 minute) talks to increase awareness of various CQSS methods and projects. In addition to increasing awareness of methods and research, we aim to foster potential collaborations for future research projects. The DSI at […]
This event is organized by the ESNR committee and supported by the Medicine by Design Convergent Working Groups fund. "Please join us (virtual or in person) for our exciting symposium which explores the use and potential of electrical stimulation for neural repair. Our speakers will cover various aspects in this emerging field from the use […]
Text analysis is a quickly growing field focused on analyzing texts (potentially thousands or millions of texts) using code. This workshop will introduce you to Constellate, a text analysis tool that you have access to as a member of U of T. For those new to text analysis, Constellate offers a gentle introduction to using […]
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 […]
The use and access to resources has been found to be critical to successful outcomes in many fields (e.g., economics, anthropology, cell biology). For example, resource ecology describes how an organism’s access to resources is directly linked to their fitness and future persistence in an environment. I hypothesize that similar dynamics occur within graduate programs […]
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) serve as a blueprint for global collaborations on societal grand challenges. The ambitious goals and their collaborative, international nature lead many institutions to wanting to understand how they are contributing to the SDGs and how they can plan increased contributions. This webinar will include: Review the UN […]
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 […]
In this workshop, participants will learn about various types of spatial data (vector, raster and tabular), the basic ArcGIS Pro tools required to load, manipulate and visualize spatial data, and to export results.
In this workshop, participants will learn about various types of spatial data (vector, raster and tabular), the basic QGIS tools required to load, manipulate and visualize spatial data, and to export results.
_x000D_ _x000D_ U of T Info Session:Discussing the internal process changes (the new MRA tool) for the 2023 USRAcompetition, and the USRA Black Student ResearcherAwards_x000D_ _x000D_
Part 2: Beyond Medline: Translating Search Strategies Audience: University of Toronto graduate students and faculty engaged in health science research. Date: Wednesday, Febuary 22nd, 2023 Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm (+ 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 […]
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 […]
The Toronto Health Datathon 2023 is open to students, academics, clinicians, and professionals in any field wishing to advance their Machine Learning skills by implementing models to solve real-world problems facing Canadian healthcare. Guest speakers will include Leo Anthony Celi (MIT), Felipe Perez (Signal 1), Young Lee (North York General). Participants will use anonymized data […]
The Federal Institutes: The Most Recent Model for VET in Brazil With Dr. Claudia Schiedeck The history of Brazilian VET started in 1909 with the creation of 19 Apprentice and Craftsmen Schools around the country and evolved along the country's development. In 2008 the Brazilian government created the Federal Network of Professional Education Institutes from […]
Community-Based Research Canada presents “Moving the Dial”: our 2023 E-Learning series. This series will highlight action-oriented community-based research that is ‘moving the dial’ on today’s pressing societal challenges. An important hallmark of community-based research, taking an action-orientated and impactful approach, means research partnerships mobilizing knowledge and mobilizing communities towards positive societal change. The research projects […]
Bring your lunch and your profile questions to this virtual drop-in Q&A on how to update your DiscoverResearch (https://discover.research.utoronto.ca/)profile! We will share tips and tricks and answer questions you have about your profile and the DiscoverReseach (https://discover.research.utoronto.ca/)tool.
In this workshop, participants will build on the skills learned in part I and learn some more advanced geospatial data manipulation and analysis.
_x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Join us for the launch of “Learning Together: Applying Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Concepts in Research Ethics Review, (https://cris.utoronto.ca/related/learning-together-edi-reb/)” a new monthly series bringing together experts from across the tri-campus on a range of research ethics topics from equity, diversity, and inclusion through a TCPS 2 lens._x000D_ _x000D_ In the first half […]
Current discussions of the metaverse and the increase in VR adoption make this an opportune time to consider how data can, is, and could be employed in virtual reality and immersive environments. In virtual reality, people exist as data. These data provide opportunities for research and innovation, but also commodification and surveillance. As part of […]
Our February topic in the “Learning Together: Applying Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Concepts in Research Ethics Review” monthly series will dive deeper into medical versus social models of disability and the application to ethical research considerations. Stay tuned for additional information!
When it comes to anti-oppressive frameworks, there are comprehensive resources on how to be race and gender inclusive. However, while many understand that ableism is wrong, we might struggle with how to identify and unpack it. This workshop, led by facilitators from the Community Resistance Intimacy Project (CRIP Collective), addresses ableism within an intersectional framework, […]
In this workshop, participants will learn about various types of spatial data (vector, raster and tabular), the basic ArcGIS Online tools required to load, manipulate and visualize spatial data, and to export results into a web map and to import these results in ArcGIS StoryMaps.
This workshop introduces the basics of text analysis–including creating a textual collection, data cleaning and preparation, and analytical methods–using the Gale Digital Scholar Lab. No prior experience with text analysis is required and this workshop does not require coding. This workshop is a suitable starting point for using other text analysis tools available at […]
In this workshop, participants will learn about various types of spatial data (vector, raster and tabular), the basic ArcGIS Pro tools required to load, manipulate and visualize spatial data, and to export results.
_x000D_ _x000D_ This session will cover details about the NSERC CREATEprogram and the internal LOI submission process for those interested inapplying. There will be former NSERC CREATE Committee member who will shareinsights on the NSERC evaluation process and application tips, as well as an EDIexpert who will outline what EDI is and how to address […]
Prof. Miguel Hernan, Director of CAUSALab, and Professor from the Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan, joins the Data Sciences Speaker Series (DSSS). The DSSS is intended as a collaborative marquee series, whose focus is data science and its intersection with other fields. Together, we seek to advance knowledge in the field of […]
In 2019, the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency was approached to expand CanPath into the province of Saskatchewan. After four years of planning, testing, an internal pilot, and guidance from established cohorts, Healthy Future Sask officially launched on February 1, 2023. This webinar will tell the story and present the challenges and opportunities of launching a provincial […]
Insights Into the Diversity Of 'Distance' Doctoral Cohorts With Dr. Katrina McChesney, Emma Jones, Dr. James Burford, & Professor Liezel Frick The experiences of doctoral researchers studying by distance have received comparatively limited research or institutional attention. Distance doctoral researchers are at risk of having reduced access to supervisory input, support services, training and development, […]
Do you want to develop your R skills to advance your data science skills? R is a popular open-source statistical programming language that is popular in academia and industry. This workshop gently introduces users to intermediate level tools in R including the dplyr package for data manipulation, if statements, for loops, functions and the ggplot2 […]
The Black Research Network’s Communications in Research Workshop Series brings some of the University of Toronto’s most savvy communications experts together to help researchers gain basic knowledge of communications practices. Researchers are vital to shaping the story behind an institution. In the series’ first workshop, Ainka Jess, strategic communications advisor for U of T’s Institutional […]
Historical maps contain rich information about buildings, land use, and transportation networks, and provide novel insights into urban and spatial economics. However, this information is encoded into pixel values, and cannot be readily used for analysis. This paper investigates the evolution of French urban areas from a historical perspective. We implement a fully-convolutional neural network […]
We are delighted to welcome Edmonton’s current Poet Laureate, Titilope Sonuga, Ontario’s first Poet Laureate, Randell Adjei and former Halifax Poet Laureate, Rebecca Thomas to the table and we invite you to join us! Our speakers will engage in cross-national conversations that will touch on their identities and the stories that uniquely capture both their […]
“Crafting Legacy: Arts, Wellness, andIntergenerational Storytelling” with Professor Andrea Charise In this talk, I offer acritically-informed exploration of the emergence of health-related digitalstorytelling practices, with a particular focus on their applications to agingand the intergenerational context. Starting with a historically-attuned summaryof current scholarship in intergenerational storytelling, I turn to a recentexemplar: the Toronto-based, community-engaged digital […]
With the rise of large language models such as ChatGPT, there is growing concern that students may use AI to partly or entirely write their assignments. Join us for an informative talk on how these models work, the potential cheating implications, and strategies to discourage their use. We will discuss methods to try to detect […]
Part 3: Going Grey and Supplementary Search Techniques Audience: University of Toronto graduate students and faculty engaged in health science research. Date: Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm (+ mandatory pre-work module, approximately 60 minutes) Location: Robarts 4th floor e-Classroom By the end of this 3-part workshop series, participants will: Understand the […]
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 […]
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 […]
This workshop introduces the basics of text analysis–including creating a textual collection, data cleaning and preparation, and analytical methods–using the Gale Digital Scholar Lab. No prior experience with text analysis is required and this workshop does not require coding. This workshop is a suitable starting point for using other text analysis tools available at the […]
In this workshop, participants will build on the skills learned in part I and learn some more advanced geospatial data manipulation and analysis.
