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SUMMARY:Meet your Research Participants in the Wild
DESCRIPTION:Are you doing research and collecting survey data? Do you use RedCap for behavioral intervention research? Do you think its complicated to position yourself to collect data in the field?   \nWant to reach your research subjects where they are\, in their natural environment and leverage modern technology to do it? Want to learn about Sensors\, Algorithmic Triggers\, EMAs\, JITAIs and other research methods to reach users reliably and affordably?   \nCome to this session to learn how OARC’s Mobile Research platforms can position you to write a new grant to do just that!
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/meet-your-research-participants-in-the-wild
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
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SUMMARY:High-Performance Mesh Generation for Scientific Computing and Graphics
DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces core methods for generating high-quality meshes used in large-scale simulation\, scientific computing\, and computer graphics. We will explore how Voronoi tessellation and Delaunay triangulation form the foundation of modern meshing algorithms\, how parallel computing enables scalable geometry processing\, and how emerging learning-based approaches can learn to generate meshes directly from data. \nThe session will demonstrate several open-source tools\, including: \n\nVoro++ — a multi-threaded library for scalable Voronoi diagram computation\,\nTriMe++ — a high-performance library for fast mesh generation\, and\nVoroLight — a lightweight learning-based framework for producing Voronoi meshes from general inputs.\n\nParticipants will gain both theoretical insight and practical experience with modern meshing pipelines. \n\nThis workshop will be hosted by IDRE Fellow\, Dr. Jiayin Lu. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/high-performance-mesh-generation-for-scientific-computing-and-graphics
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T120000
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CREATED:20260406T211321Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Accessibility in the ADA: Do’s and Don’ts
DESCRIPTION:The ADA update on digital accessibility is right around the corner! This webinar\, featuring guest speaker ADA/504 Compliance Officer Yonit Kovnator\, will state the facts of the legal update\, UCLA’s ongoing program and strategy development\, and some do’s and don’ts on how to improve your digital accessibility on UCLA’s campus.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/digital-accessibility-in-the-ada-dos-and-donts
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20260320T210959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153144Z
UID:26561-1776340800-1776344400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Document Accessibility (Google docs\, Word\, PDF)
DESCRIPTION:This session provides an introduction to creating accessible documents in Google Docs\, Microsoft Word\, and PDFs. Participants will learn the fundamentals of digital accessibility\, including how to use proper heading structure\, write effective alt-text for images\, create descriptive links\, and ensure sufficient color contrast.  \nThe training will also demonstrate how to use built-in and automated accessibility checkers to identify and correct common issues.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-document-accessibility-google-docs-word-pdf-5
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20260320T210957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153144Z
UID:26560-1775649600-1775653200@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Siteimprove Accessibility Software
DESCRIPTION:This training introduces participants to Siteimprove\, UCLA’s automated accessibility evaluation platform. Attendees will learn how to navigate the main accessibility dashboard\, review accessibility issues across their websites\, and use the platform’s menus and tools effectively. The session will also cover strategies for prioritizing accessibility issues identified by Siteimprove\, helping participants understand which fixes have the greatest impact.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-siteimprove-accessibility-software-6
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20260401T221604Z
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SUMMARY:XRI Tech Talk with Pier Paolo Bellini
DESCRIPTION:Immersive Communication for the Enhancement of Cultural Heritage: Opportunities and Questions\n\nJoin us for a presentation by Pier Paolo Bellini\, Associate Professor of Sociology of Cultural Processes at the University of Molise. Professor Bellini teaches Sociology of Communication\, Sociology of the Media\, Sociology of Educational and Communicative Processes\, and Sound Management Laboratory in Multimedia Products. Recently publishing The Creative Gesture: Contexts\, Processes\, Actors of Creativity in 2024\, the central themes of his research focus on the study of two cultural processes: expressiveness linked to symbolic dynamics (particularly those of a creative nature) and the educational processes that underlie the construction of identity. \nOver the last several years\, he has been working on projects dedicated to the use of technology (virtual reality\, augmented reality\, and the metaverse) for the enhancement of cultural heritage\, publishing. In particular\, his upcoming project will introduce artificial intelligence (in the form of an avatar) to guide visitors through the archaeological sites of our region. \nSchedule: \n\n10:30 a.m. Coffee and registration\n11:00 a.m.  Presentation\n11:30 a.m.  Discussion\n12-12:30 p.m. Wrap up and conclusion\n\nSupport for this XRI event provided by DataX and OARC.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/xri-tech-talk-with-pier-paolo-bellini
LOCATION:OARC Portal\, Math Sciences 5628\, 5628 Math Science Building\, UCLA
CATEGORIES:Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251218T234442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T231112Z
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SUMMARY:Physic-informed diffusion models for medical imaging
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will introduce the UCLA research community to the application of diffusion models for medical imaging problems\, with a focus on MRI. Participants will learn both the fundamentals of diffusion and how it can be adapted to physics-constrained scenarios\, such as k-space undersampling in MRI. \nTarget Audience: Graduate students\, postdocs\, and faculty in computational sciences\, biomedical physics\, computer science\, and engineering. Imaging scientists and clinicians interested in machine learning for medical image reconstruction. Any researchers in other fields (astronomy\, microscopy\, geoscience) where inverse problems and undersampled acquisitions are common. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nUnderstand the fundamentals of diffusion models.\nUnderstand the basics of MRI reconstruction and how it is treated as an inverse problem.\nGain insight into how k-space undersampling can be formulated as a “forward process” for cold diffusion.\nLearn about tools for implementing custom forward processes in PyTorch.\nExplore how measurement conditioning integrates physical constraints with learned priors.\nDiscuss broader applications of physics-informed diffusion models across other scientific imaging domains.\n\n\nThis workshop will be hosted by IDRE Fellow\, Dr. Thomas Coudert. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/physic-informed-diffusion-models-for-medical-imaging
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185827Z
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UID:26388-1773828000-1773835200@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:From Docker to Apptainer: Deploying Containers on the HPC Cluster
DESCRIPTION:This session builds on the Docker fundamentals introduced in the previous workshop and focuses on deploying containerized applications on an HPC cluster. Participants will explore advanced techniques for creating Docker containers tailored to common scientific computing environments\, including efficient installation of Python and R packages. Because containers on the HPC cluster must be executed using Apptainer\, the workshop will emphasize the complete workflow for converting a local Docker image into an Apptainer image. Attendees will learn the essential steps required to ensure their isolated\, functional environments can be reliably executed on the cluster. Prior participation in the previous workshop or equivalent experience with Docker is strongly recommended.\nExpected outcome: Participants will build a Docker image and successfully deploy it as an Apptainer container on the Hoffman2 cluster.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/from-docker-to-apptainer-deploying-containers-on-the-hpc-cluster
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185827Z
UID:26387-1773223200-1773230400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Docker: Building Isolated Computing Environments for Scientific Packages
DESCRIPTION:Installing scientific software packages often introduces complex and time-consuming dependency conflicts in both local and high-performance computing (HPC) environments. Container technologies\, such as those built with Docker\, address these challenges by providing isolated\, self-contained environments for applications. This isolation ensures that the container remains unaffected by additional software installations or configuration changes on the host system. Once an application is verified to run correctly within a container\, it will continue to function reliably regardless of future system updates.\nDocker is widely used and easily installed on all major operating systems\, including macOS\, Windows\, and Linux\, making it an ideal entry point for learning containerization. This workshop will introduce the fundamental concepts of Docker-based containers and demonstrate how to set up and test applications locally\, such as on a laptop or desktop. \nExpected outcome: Participants will create and run a functional Docker container on their local machines.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/docker-building-isolated-computing-environments-for-scientific-packages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260309T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251219T003715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T230932Z
UID:26405-1773064800-1773072000@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:AI for Biomedical Microscopy Data Reconstruction
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will explore how artificial intelligence is used to reconstruct biomedical microscopy data\, emphasizing both the opportunities and the risks of these approaches. While AI has enabled remarkable advances in virtual staining\, super-resolution\, and image translation\, biomedical imaging presents unique challenges that make hallucinations far more consequential than in other domains. A false structure in a pathology slide is not just an artifact\, it can represent a disease feature or even a “patient” that never existed. The workshop will therefore focus on the nuances of model selection\, data preprocessing\, and evaluation strategies needed to responsibly apply AI in biomedical microscopy. \nTarget Audience: This workshop is designed for computational scientists collaborating with biomedical researchers who want deeper insight into the challenges of high‑stakes medical imaging. It is also open to undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as other biomedical researchers. \nLearning outcomes: \n— Identify risks of AI hallucinations in biomedical imaging and explain why these differ from other application areas. \n— Compare the performance characteristics (strengths and weaknesses) of GANs\, CycleGANs\, and diffusion models in microscopy reconstruction. \n— Evaluate the role of data cleaning\, preprocessing\, and representation in reducing model failure. \n— Apply criteria to assess whether an AI-generated biomedical image is trustworthy for downstream interpretation. \n— Differentiate between appropriate and inappropriate use cases of AI in microscopy based on model behavior and validation evidence. \n\n\nThis workshop will be hosted by IDRE Fellow\, Dr. Paloma Casteleiro Costa. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/ai-for-biomedical-microscopy-data-reconstruction
LOCATION:OARC Portal\, Math Sciences 5628\, 5628 Math Science Building\, UCLA
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185826Z
UID:26386-1773061200-1773072000@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Survival Analysis in R
DESCRIPTION:Survival analysis models time-to-event outcomes.  This workshop introduces usage of the survival package in R for some of the most commonly used survival methods.  Topics include data setup\, Kaplan-Meier estimates and curves\, log-rank tests\, fitting the Cox proportional hazards model\, assessing the proportional hazards assumption\, and modeling time-varying covariates.  Experience in both survival analysis and R will be helpful but not necessarily required to follow the workshop material.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-survival-analysis-in-r-2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185809Z
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UID:26385-1772794800-1772798400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:UX Design for Research Apps: Turning Ideas into Effective Experiences
DESCRIPTION:This workshop explores how human-centered UX design can drive the creation of effective mobile apps and web platforms for research studies. Lauren will provide insight into the complete UX design process\, including how to implement the discovery\, design\, and validation phases to create an intuitive experience.\nThrough examples and practical demonstrations\, Lauren will show how structured UX methods – visual design systems\, interactive prototypes\, and iterative validation – can transform research app ideas into effective digital experiences. Participants will gain a deeper appreciation for the strategic approach behind research app creation and a deeper understanding of how these practices lead to stronger\, more reliable results.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/ux-design-for-research-apps-turning-ideas-into-effective-experiences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185809Z
UID:26384-1772708400-1772712000@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Digital Accessibility Testing
DESCRIPTION:Audience: UCLA web editors\, content creators\, IT staff\, and program managers\nTools Covered: WAVE Chrome plug-in\, Siteimprove Accessibility\, manual keyboard testing \nBy the end of this training\, participants will: \nUnderstand the basics of digital accessibility and UCLA’s WCAG 2.1 AA compliance requirements.\nLearn how to use WAVE for page-by-page testing.\nLearn how to use Siteimprove for whole-site accessibility scanning and monitoring.\nPractice manual testing with tab navigation to identify barriers that automated tools miss.\nKnow how to prioritize and remediate common accessibility issues.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-digital-accessibility-testing-4
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185808Z
UID:26383-1772456400-1772467200@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Analysis and Visualization of Interactions in R
DESCRIPTION:n regression\, we are often interested in an interaction\, which is the modification or moderation of the effect of an independent variable by another.  Understanding interactions involves interpreting the regression coefficients\, estimating and testing simple effects and their differences\, and visualizing the interaction.  This workshop will teach you how to do all of these thing in R using base R\, as well as the emmeans and ggplot2 packages.  Some prior knowledge of linear regression and experience with R is recommended but not necessary.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/analysis-and-visualization-of-interactions-in-r-2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185808Z
UID:26382-1772190000-1772195400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Image Processing Pipelines Using AWS Microservices - A Satellite Analysis Reveals Why Structures Burn While Neighbors Survive Disaster
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn how to build image processing pipelines using AWS Generative AI Services and Serverless Infrastructure. Using a real-world example from the LA Wildfires of 2025\, you will learn how to combine image segmentation models and generative AI models to provide an in-depth analysis of the supplied dataset and how to extend this workflow to other image processing research. After the workshop\, you will be given access to the GitHub respiratory and AWS starter shapes.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/image-processing-pipelines-using-aws-microservices-a-satellite-analysis-reveals-why-structures-burn-while-neighbors-survive-disaster
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185807Z
UID:26381-1771941600-1771945200@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Document Accessibility (Google docs\, Word\, PDF)
DESCRIPTION:This session provides an introduction to creating accessible documents in Google Docs\, Microsoft Word\, and PDFs. Participants will learn the fundamentals of digital accessibility\, including how to use proper heading structure\, write effective alt-text for images\, create descriptive links\, and ensure sufficient color contrast. The training will also demonstrate how to use built-in and automated accessibility checkers to identify and correct common issues. By the end of the session\, attendees will have practical tools to make their documents more inclusive and compliant with accessibility standards.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-document-accessibility-google-docs-word-pdf-4
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185758Z
UID:26379-1771585200-1771588800@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Using Messaging for Custom Research Mobile Apps
DESCRIPTION:This 1-hour\, non-technical workshop will introduce researchers to UCLA Messaging\, a campus service that can send study-related notifications directly to participants through custom mobile apps. Using the NIH-funded UCLA Oralytics oral health app as an example\, we’ll show how messages like reminders\, tips\, and “just-in-time” behavioral nudges can help participants stay engaged between visits and better follow study protocols. We’ll focus on concepts rather than code—how messaging can support your study goals\, the types of messages you might send\, and how OARC can partner with your team to design and implement messaging in your own research apps.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/using-messaging-for-custom-research-mobile-apps
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185759Z
UID:26380-1771581600-1771588800@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:High Performance Python Interpreter for Data Analytics
DESCRIPTION:While Python has been the most popular programming language since 2019\, data scientists often critique its slow speed and limited capabilities in handling big data scenarios. In this workshop series\, we’ll tackle how to enhance Python’s performance in data science by diving deep into its workings and leveraging technologies to transform Python into an effective tool for high-performance big data analytics.\nIn this quarter\, we’ll concentrate on significantly accelerating Python code at the interpreter level. We’ll demystify concepts such as the GIL and JIT and introduce packages like PyPy\, Numba\, Pythran\, and Cython. While there are no strict prerequisites for this lecture\, prior programming experience in Python will be advantageous for a complete understanding of the material.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/high-performance-python-interpreter-for-data-analytics
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185757Z
UID:26378-1771498800-1771502400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Digital Accessibility Basics
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session introduces the fundamentals of digital accessibility and why it matters at UCLA.\nParticipants will learn what accessibility means in a digital context\, gain insight into disability culture\, and see a live screen reader demonstration. The training will also cover practical tips for creating accessible documents\, websites\, and media\, including proper use of heading structure\, writing effective alt-text\, and creating descriptive hyperlinks.  \nBy the end of the session\, attendees will have a clear understanding of how small changes in everyday digital practices can make a big impact in ensuring equity and inclusion for all.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/digital-accessibility-basics-3
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185756Z
UID:26377-1770811200-1770901200@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Siteimprove Accessibility Software
DESCRIPTION:This training introduces participants to Siteimprove\, UCLA’s automated accessibility evaluation platform. Attendees will learn how to navigate the main accessibility dashboard\, review accessibility issues across their websites\, and use the platform’s menus and tools effectively. The session will also cover strategies for prioritizing accessibility issues identified by Siteimprove\, helping participants understand which fixes have the greatest impact.\nBy the end of the hour\, participants will be confident in using Siteimprove to monitor\, evaluate\, and improve the accessibility of their digital content.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-siteimprove-accessibility-software-5
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251218T231652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T225909Z
UID:26397-1770631200-1770638400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Machine Learning for Atomic-Scale Materials Modeling and Simulation
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will introduce researchers to cutting-edge machine learning (ML) methods that are transforming computational chemistry and materials science. Participants will learn how ML models can accelerate atomistic simulations\, bridging the gap between quantum-level accuracy and realistic system sizes. The session will highlight practical workflows\, including training potentials on quantum mechanical data\, developing ensembles of models for a real system\, and identifying the most promising candidates for practical applications. Examples will focus on heterogeneous catalysis—such as modeling catalysts and identifying active sites—but the methodologies are broadly transferable across materials science and related fields. \nTarget Audience: UCLA graduate students\, postdoctoral researchers\, and faculty in chemistry\, chemical engineering\, materials science\, physics\, and related disciplines. \nLearning Outcomes: \na. Understand the “accuracy versus scale” challenge in computational modeling of complex materials. \nb. Learn how neural network potentials can be trained on quantum mechanical data to achieve both high accuracy and scalability. \nc. Explore how machine learning based data screening can be used to identify the most promising candidates within large ensembles of models. \nd. Recognize UCLA resources (such as the Hoffman2 cluster) that can support ML-driven simulations in practice. \nThis workshop is hosted by IDRE Fellow\, Dr. Dongxiao Chen. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/machine-learning-for-atomic-scale-materials-modeling-and-simulation
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185755Z
UID:26376-1770375600-1770379200@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Meet Your Participants in the Wild: Mobile Research Made Easy
DESCRIPTION:Are you doing research and collecting survey data?  Do you use RedCap for behavioral intervention research?  Do you think its complicated to position yourself to collect data in the field?  Want to reach your research subjects where they are\, in their natural environment and leverage modern technology to do it?   Want to learn about EMAs\, JITAIs and other research methods to reach users reliably and affordably?  Come to this session to learn how OARC’s Mobile Research platforms can position you to write a new grant to do just that!
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/meet-your-participants-in-the-wild-mobile-research-made-easy
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185751Z
UID:26374-1770292800-1770300000@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Volumetric Video Capture
DESCRIPTION:There has been a rising interest in volumetric video capture\, a method for recording real-world people\, objects\, performances\, or spaces in full 3D\, creating data that allows viewers to experience the recording from any angle\, with realistic depth and lighting\, rather than being stuck in a fixed viewpoint like traditional video (Jin et.al. 2024 and Young et.al. 2023). This technique is valuable across academic disciplines\, enabling the preservation of cultural heritage\, the creation of training simulations\, and high-fidelity analysis of human movement and performance in fields like bio-mechanics and digital humanities. This session will focus on the Depthkit Core software\, which\, when paired with depth sensors like the Kinect v2 or RealSense\, allows creators to generate high-quality volumetric assets for immersive experiences. The workshop will also cover Depthkit Studio\, which can be used to achieve real-time\, live-streamed volumetric video for live events. Upon completion of this workshop\, participants will know the foundations of volumetric capture\, including essential hardware setup and best practices for lighting and calibration\, and be able to navigate the full workflow from capture to processing\, stitching\, and exporting your 3D video assets for integration into platforms like Unity\, Unreal\, or WebXR.\nYoung\, Gareth W.\, Néill O’Dwyer\, and Aljosa Smolic. “Volumetric Video as a Novel Medium for Creative Storytelling.” In Immersive Video Technologies\, edited by Giuseppe Valenzise\, Martin Alain\, Emin Zerman\, and Cagri Ozcinar\, 591–607. Academic Press\, 2023. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-32-391755-1.00027-4. \nJin\, Yili\, Kaiyuan Hu\, Junhua Liu\, Fangxin Wang\, and Xue Liu. “From Capture to Display: A Survey on Volumetric Video” arXiv\, 2024. arXiv:2309.05658v2. https://arxiv.org/html/2309.05658v2#bib.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-volumetric-video-capture
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UID:26375-1770289200-1770292800@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Digital Accessibility Testing
DESCRIPTION:Audience: UCLA web editors\, content creators\, IT staff\, and program managers Tools Covered: WAVE Chrome plug-in\, Siteimprove Accessibility\, manual keyboard testing\nBy the end of this training\, participants will: \nUnderstand the basics of digital accessibility and UCLA’s WCAG 2.1 AA compliance requirements.\nLearn how to use WAVE for page-by-page testing.\nLearn how to use Siteimprove for whole-site accessibility scanning and monitoring.\nPractice manual testing with tab navigation to identify barriers that automated tools miss.\nKnow how to prioritize and remediate common accessibility issues.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-digital-accessibility-testing-3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251218T231218Z
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UID:26393-1770026400-1770033600@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Time Series Foundation Models (TSFMs) for Carbon-Aware Research and Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:This hybrid workshop will introduce the UCLA research community to the emerging class of Time Series Foundation Models (TSFMs) and their application to sustainability challenges such as electricity grid carbon intensity forecasting. Participants will gain hands-on experience with TSFM frameworks\, open-source datasets (e.g.\, ElectricityMaps)\, and computational tools designed to enable accurate\, generalizable forecasting without requiring extensive region-specific data. The workshop will emphasize reproducible workflows\, integration with high-performance computing\, and the potential for interdisciplinary applications across energy\, environment\, and policy domains. \nTarget Audience: Faculty\, researchers\, and graduate students in computer science\, engineering\, environmental science\, data science\, and policy who are interested in applying AI-driven time-series forecasting to sustainability and decarbonization problems. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\n\nUnderstand the principles of TSFMs and their advantages over traditional forecasting methods.\nLearn how to access and utilize global carbon intensity datasets for research.\nGain practical skills in fine-tuning and deploying TSFMs for forecasting tasks.\nExplore interdisciplinary applications of TSFMs\, including energy demand forecasting\, workload scheduling\, and environmental policy support.\nBuild capacity to apply AI tools in advancing sustainable and carbon-aware research.\n\nThis workshop will be hosted by IDRE Fellow\, Dr. Kang Yang. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/time-series-foundation-models-tsfms-for-carbon-aware-research-and-sustainability
LOCATION:OARC Portal\, Math Sciences 5628\, 5628 Math Science Building\, UCLA
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
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UID:26373-1770026400-1770033600@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Creating Spatial Networks with Open Source Software
DESCRIPTION:Networks are everywhere\, moving through digital and physical environments. Participants in this hands-on workshop will learn how to create spatial networks using QGIS\, PostgreSQL/PostGIS\, pgRouting\, and Python. Designed for researchers\, students\, and practitioners working with geographic or historical data and limited experience with spatial software\, this session walks you through using network data to create spatial datasets in QGIS\, modeling and storing them in PostGIS\, generating routing graphs with pgRouting\, and automating analyses and the process with Python/Jupyter notebooks. Participants will understand how to create\, query\, visualize\, and analyze network structures such as roads\, paths\, or movement flows using open-source tools that can be applied to any number of projects.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/creating-spatial-networks-with-open-source-software
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185750Z
UID:26372-1769688000-1769691600@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Document Accessibility (Google docs\, Word\, PDF)
DESCRIPTION:This session provides an introduction to creating accessible documents in Google Docs\, Microsoft Word\, and PDFs. Participants will learn the fundamentals of digital accessibility\, including how to use proper heading structure\, write effective alt-text for images\, create descriptive links\, and ensure sufficient color contrast.\nThe training will also demonstrate how to use built-in and automated accessibility checkers to identify and correct common issues. By the end of the session\, attendees will have practical tools to make their documents more inclusive and compliant with accessibility standards.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-document-accessibility-google-docs-word-pdf-3
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185749Z
UID:26371-1769677200-1769684400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Version Control with Git\, Part 2
DESCRIPTION:GitHub is a web-based platform for software projects using Git.  This workshop will continue the Git introduction by focusing on how to use the features of GitHub for accessing\, managing\, and collaborating on software.  We will also extend the discussion of Git fundamentals to include more advanced topics such as merge conflicts and branches.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-version-control-with-git-part-2
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T103000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185739Z
UID:26365-1769592600-1769596200@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Mobilizing Behavioral Research: Smarter Engagement\, Better Insights
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will share how OARC is supporting researchers with mobile engagement strategies and helping them collect analytics for their behavioral studies.  From Psychology to Oncology to Dentistry projects\, we have worked with research teams to put in place custom solutions to support their intervention studies.  Integrations include external cloud environments from the Public sector as well as efforts to help teams navigate outsourced analytics environments.  Tools in use include OARC’s mobile content platform ZAP\,  an analytics open source platform and OARC’s messaging environment.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/mobilizing-behavioral-research-smarter-engagement-better-insights
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T204610
CREATED:20251217T185735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185739Z
UID:26364-1769166000-1769171400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Learn Prompt Engineering and Retrieval Augmented Generation Using Open-Source LLMs
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn both the art and the science of crafting LLM prompts for generative AI models to elicit accurate and relevant results. You will also learn how to improve your model’s reasoning (and reduce hallucinations) by using external information sources to get context-aware outputs from relevant and factual datasources. There will be both high-level discussion and an IRT follow-along.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/learn-prompt-engineering-and-retrieval-augmented-generation-using-open-source-llms-3
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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