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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:20260220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
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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:20260220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
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:20260224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
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:20260227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
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:20260302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260302T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20251217T185808Z
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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:20260305T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
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:20260306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
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:20260309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260309T160000
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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:20260309T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
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:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20251217T185827Z
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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:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20251217T185827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185827Z
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:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20251218T234442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T231112Z
UID:26400-1774432800-1774440000@idre.ucla.edu
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:20260408T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260401T221604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T221932Z
UID:26619-1775644200-1775651400@idre.ucla.edu
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:20260408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
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:20260416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
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:20260423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260406T211321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T211321Z
UID:26624-1776942000-1776945600@idre.ucla.edu
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:20260423T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20251218T234712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T231136Z
UID:26402-1776956400-1776963600@idre.ucla.edu
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260325T153203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153203Z
UID:26595-1777028400-1777032000@idre.ucla.edu
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:20260429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260320T211000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153144Z
UID:26562-1777464000-1777467600@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-7
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260325T153200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153200Z
UID:26592-1777971600-1777978800@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Using the Command Line\, Part 1:  Basics
DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces researchers to the Linux command line as a practical tool for everyday work in research computing. Aimed at beginners and occasional terminal users\, the session will cover the core ideas behind the shell\, including how to move through directories\, create and organize files and folders\, use command history\, and understand paths\, permissions\, and help documentation. By the end of the workshop\, attendees will have a clear foundation in the essentials of the Linux CLI and be better prepared to use the terminal productively.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/using-the-command-line-part-1-basics
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T163000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260311T162952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T230731Z
UID:26487-1778142600-1778171400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:DataX+IDRE Research in the Age of AI Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Third Annual DataX+IDRE ‘Research in the Age of AI’ Symposium will feature distinguished researchers from departments across UCLA to speak on the use\, development\, and impact of AI in research. This multidisciplinary event will showcase advancements of artificial intelligence across diverse academic fields\, as well as leading voices on the effects of AI. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with experts\, explore innovative research\, and join in thought-provoking discussions. The goal of the event is to build connections among UCLA researchers who engage with AI. \nSpace is limited and registration will be capped. Refreshments\, lunch\, and an afternoon reception will be provided. \nFor further details about the schedule and location\, please visit our website. \nThe symposium is open to current UCLA faculty\, academic and staff employees\, and students.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/dataxidre-research-in-the-age-of-ai-symposium
CATEGORIES:Conferences and Seminars,UCLA event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260325T204343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T204343Z
UID:26597-1778151600-1778155200@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: \n\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. -Know how to prioritize and remediate common accessibility issues.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-digital-accessibility-testing-6
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260320T211002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153145Z
UID:26564-1778500800-1778500800@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Creating\, Coding\, Citing\, and Communicating Research With Markdown\, Quarto\, VS Code\, and Zotero
DESCRIPTION:This new workshop series will introduce learners to a digital ecosystem for citing\, creating\, and coding from notes to publications. If you are just starting out on a new project\, looking to organize an existing one\, or exploring new ways of using digital methods\, this series will give you some new tools and frameworks to help you efficiently manage and repurpose your digital research. These methods will both consolidate your writing and data and allow you to create articles\, presentations\, and monographs from the same materials. In addition to an overview of Markdown and each tool\, this series will cover: – Integrating Quarto publishing with VS Code to enable controlled\, predictable\, and extensible digital publications – Integrating Zotero with Quarto / VS Code to add adaptable citations to your work Using Zotero’s BibTeX extension to create stable citation keys for a variety of different software applications\, along with ways to filter and tag those citation keys – Organizing notes\, documents\, and other materials with those stable citation keys for information retrieval – Using Python to create a “knowledge network” of your citations and work Who Is This For? – Researchers and Graduate Students seeking to organize their notes and work\, or looking to create multiple documents and publications off of their research. – Faculty booking to structure presentations\, classes\, or new publications. – Librarians & Research Staff looking for a manageable and adaptable pipeline for sorting documents\, creating notes\, and presenting the results – Data Scientists\, Information Specialists\, and others looking to make data publication and sharing systems The recorded short tutorials will be launched and made available as a playlist on the OARC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/UCLAOARC.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/creating-coding-citing-and-communicating-research-with-markdown-quarto-vs-code-and-zotero
LOCATION:OARC YouTube
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260320T211001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153145Z
UID:26563-1778504400-1778515200@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Linear Regression in R
DESCRIPTION:This workshop teaches the basics of the linear regression model\, the foundation for most other regression models. Topics include understanding the model equation\, continuous and categorical predictors\, interpreting the model estimates\, and diagnostics for assessing model assumptions. The workshop is intended to be interactive\, with examples and exercises in R\, and assumes only introductory exposure to R.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-linear-regression-in-r-3
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260325T153201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153201Z
UID:26593-1778576400-1778583600@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Using the Command Line\, Part 2: Shell Scripting for Research Workflows
DESCRIPTION:This workshop builds on command line fundamentals by showing researchers how to turn repeated terminal tasks into reusable shell scripts that save time\, reduce errors\, and support reproducible research. The session will introduce the structure of a simple shell script\, working with variables and command-line arguments\, and using basic control flow such as loops and conditionals to handle repeated tasks. Participants will see how these ideas can be applied to common needs such as renaming files\, processing batches of data\, or chaining together command-line tools. The session will also briefly highlight how AI tools can support terminal-based work by helping drafting scripts\, explain unfamiliar commands\, or troubleshoot errors\, while also emphasizing careful review\, verification\, and researcher oversight. By the end\, participants will be better equipped to automate routine work and extend the command line into a more powerful productivity tool.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/using-the-command-line-part-2-shell-scripting-for-research-workflows
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260320T211006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153147Z
UID:26565-1778756400-1778760000@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.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/digital-accessibility-basics-4
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260320T211007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153148Z
UID:26566-1779109200-1779120000@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Logistic Regression in Stata
DESCRIPTION:The analysis of binary outcomes is widespread across scientific fields. This workshop introduces the basics of the most commonly used statistical model for binary outcomes\, logistic regression. Some basic background on probability and odds will be provided\, as well as a brief review of the model itself. This workshop then covers how to run a logistic regression in Stata\, as well as estimating predictions and marginal effects\, graphing model predictions\, and assessing model fit. A little background in Stata is assumed.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/logistic-regression-in-stata-2
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260320T211007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153148Z
UID:26567-1779278400-1779282000@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-6
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T062552
CREATED:20260320T211008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153149Z
UID:26568-1779364800-1779364800@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:NotebookLM for Research
DESCRIPTION:This new OARC Youtube playlist is designed to transform NotebookLM from a simple note-taking tool into your primary AI research collaborator. Whether you’re drowning in PDFs or trying to find the narrative thread in your data\, these short tutorials will provide tactical\, hands-on workflows to streamline your scholarly output. In this series\, we move beyond basic prompts to explore how NotebookLM’s “Source-Grounded” intelligence can assist in high-level academic tasks while maintaining output accuracy and contextual relevance. In addition to introducing the central features of NotebookLM\, this series will cover: – Literature Review & Synthesis: Learn how to upload a large corpus of documents and use the source discovery feature to identify additional relevant research. We’ll cover how to generate thematic clusters\, track debates between authors\, and create comprehensive summary tables. – AI-Assisted Grant Writing: Harness your previous pilot data and project notes to draft compelling narratives. We’ll show you how to use NotebookLM to align your project’s goals with specific RFP requirements. – Streamlining the IRB Application: Demystify the ethics review process. We will demonstrate how to feed NotebookLM your research protocol to automatically draft “Plain Language Summaries\,” risk assessments\, and participant consent forms that meet IRB standards. – Data Visualization & Interpretation: Move from raw numbers to visual insights. We will explore how to prompt NotebookLM to describe trends in complex datasets and suggest the most effective ways to visualize your findings for presentations or publications. Who Is This For? – Graduate Students looking to conquer their comprehensive exams or thesis chapters. – Faculty & PIs aiming to accelerate the grant submission and ethics approval cycle. – Researchers working with international archives or multilingual datasets. Librarians & Research Staff tasked with managing citations and ensuring digital accessibility. – Data Scientists needing to bridge the gap between raw data and narrative reporting. The recorded short tutorials will be launched and made available as a playlist on the OARC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/UCLAOARC.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/notebooklm-for-research
LOCATION:OARC YouTube
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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