Introduction to Databases pt.1
Databases are central tools for organizing research. In addition to storing data, databases allow for data to be quantified in meaningful ways. The process of creating a database can also...
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Planning for Accessibility in Research Proposals and Practices
ZoomIn this training you will lean learn about the following topics: ¥ Introduction to DCP and Services for Researchers ¥ Training and Resources for Accessible Research ¥ Accessible Research Tools...
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Introduction to Graph Databases
ZoomGraph databases are at the frontier of data science, humanities, and AI computing. Built to handle dense, highly interconnected data, graph databases underpin many social networks, big data applications, and...
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Introduction to Survival Analysis in R
ZoomSurvival 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...
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Big Data on HPC
ZoomUnlock the potential of High-Performance Computing (HPC) for solving Big Data challenges in this introductory workshop. Designed for researchers and data enthusiasts, this session will focus on using Big Data...
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High Performance Python for Data Analytics pt.1
ZoomWhile 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,...
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Introduction to Mediation Models using Mplus,
ZoomThis workshop will introduce mediation (i.e., causal) models using Mplus. Explanations of the syntax and output will be given, as well as some tips about reporting such analyses. Models with...
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High Performance Python for Data Analytics pt.2
ZoomWhile 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,...
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Introduction to Cloud Computing
ZoomThis workshop provides an overview of cloud computing concepts, including its benefits, services, and deployment models. Participants will learn about the different types of cloud services and explore popular cloud...
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A computational framework of human voice production: Muscle activation simulation in male and female voices
T V SinghSpeaker: Tsukasa Yoshinaga, Ph.D. IDRE Postdoctoral Fellow Department of Head and Neck Surgery University of California Los Angeles Place: Virtual Access the event recording Abstract: Human voice production is...
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Introduction to Linear Regression in R
ZoomThis 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...
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Accessible Study Recruitment & Consent Process
ZoomPlanning for an accessible study recruitment effort. Advertising in accessible digital environments, making PDFs accessible, email outreach that is accessible and mobile app ads that are accessible. Creating a accessible...
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Generalized Linear Regression Models in R
ZoomThis workshop introduces the generalized linear regression model, which extends the linear regression model to accommodate outcomes with different distributions. The workshop briefly reviews linear regression concepts as necessary, and...
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Rapid AI Prototyping with custom GPTs pt. 1
ZoomLearn how to rapidly build a low cost AI prototype for research and education with custom GPTs, prompt engineering, and turn-key solutions from leading LLM providers.
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Parallel Transpose Algorithms: Massively Parallel Computing with GPUs Series
ZoomSeveral highly accurate computational methods, such as Fourier spectral method and compact finite difference method, require complete grid data along spatial axes when solving partial differential equations on structured grids....
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Rapid AI Prototyping with custom GPTs pt. 2
ZoomLearn how to rapidly build a low cost AI prototype for research and education with custom GPTs, prompt engineering, and turn-key solutions from leading LLM providers. This will be a...
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Building Accessibility into Research Mobile Apps
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomMobile Apps like websites need to be built with accessibility in mind to comply with the WCAG 2.1 standard. Fortunately, Mobile devices themselves have alot of accessibility features already built...
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Bridging AI and Generative Models with Mean Field Control through Score Based Normalizing Flow
ZoomSpeaker: Mo Zhou, Ph.D. IDRE Postdoctoral Fellow Department of Mathematics (UCLA) University of California Los Angeles Place: Virtual (Link to the video recording) Abstract: Generative models, a cornerstone...
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Introduction to Overleaf: A Beginner’s Guide to Collaborative LaTeX
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomLaTeX is a powerful typesetting system that is widely used for academic and professional documents, but it has a steep learning curve. Overleaf simplifies the process of working with LaTeX...
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Using GitHub for Continuous Integration/ and Continuous Deployment
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomDo you use GitHub for version control? In this 90 minute hands-on workshop you will advance your GitHub prowess by learning how to use Github Actions to automatically and securely...
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Running Jupyter Notebooks on the Hoffman2 Cluster
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomJupyter Notebook, JupyterLab and Voilà are a powerful tool for interactive computing, for proof of concept implementations and for creating interactive web applications or dashboards. Come and learn how to...
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Introduction to the Linux Shell Part 1: Using the Command Line
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomThe most widely used way to interact with computers is through a graphical user interface, for example, the desktop interface of Microsoft Windows or Mac OS. However, you can also...
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Introduction to the Linux Shell Part 2: Shell Scripting
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomShell scripts enable users to link together multiple Linux commands into a single executable program. They can save users from a lot of wasted time, effort, and headache. For example,...
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Accessible and Inclusive Data Visualization for Research Publication
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomIn this workshop the DCP will lead a training on how the design accessible data visualization for publication both into PDF and html in alignment with WCAG 2.1 AA guidance....
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Introduction to AI/ML/LLM for Humanities and Social Science
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomAs artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and Large Language Models (LLM) technologies continue to evolve, they offer new possibilities for humanities research, from large-scale text and image analysis to...
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Running Large Language Models on Hoffman2
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomThis workshop will cover running Large Language Models (LLMs) on the Hoffman2 HPC cluster using Ollama for inference and Open WebUI for an easy-to-use interface. Participants will learn how to...
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Using UCLA Mobile Messaging Capabilities for Research
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomAre you doing research with surveys ( in RedCap or another survey tool) and paying an outside vendor to SMS links to your participants? Did you know that UCLA has...
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Extracting low-order representations of vortex dominated flows using deep neural networks
Speaker: Barbara Lopez-Doriga, Ph.D. IDRE Postdoctoral Fellow Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering University of California Los Angeles Place: Virtual (Register here for the zoom link) Abstract: There is significant practical...
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Job scheduling on Hoffman2 cluster
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomIn this workshop, participants will gain hands-on experience with the job scheduling system on the Hoffman2 cluster, the UCLA’s high-performance computing resource. Additionally, participants will learn how to write effective...
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Learning Scikit-Learn
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomMachine learning has become a key element in science and technology today. Mastering libraries like scikit-learn–a vital tool for machine learning–is essential. In this workshop, you'll receive a fundamental introduction...
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Binary Logistic Regression in Stata
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomThe 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...
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HPC Monthly Workshop: Machine Learning and BIG DATA
Office of Advanced Research ComputingOARC Portal MS 5628 5628 Math Science Building, UCLAVenue: OARC Portal, 5628 Math Science Building, UCLA Registration: https://www.psc.edu/resources/training/hpc-workshop-big-data-may-13-14-2025/ UCLA-IDRE and Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center are pleased to announce a two day Machine Learning and Big Data workshop (May...
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High Performance Machine Learning Using Scikit-Learn
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomMachine learning is playing an increasingly important role in science and technology. In this advanced session, we focus on leveraging scikit-learn for high-performance machine learning. We will explore how to...
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Intro to Accessible Research
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomWhat is digital accessibility? How can the research enterprise be more prepared to be inclusive of people with disabilities. What should an IRB be evaluating in terms of digital accessibility?...
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Learn Prompt Engineering and Retrieval Augmented Generation using Open Source LLMs
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomAre you interested in using LLMs for research? In this 90 minute hands-on workshop, you will learn how to install and deploy an open-source LLM on your local environment, create...
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Using the SPSS Mixed Command
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomThe purpose of this workshop is to show the use of the mixed command in SPSS. Although it has many uses, the mixed command is most commonly used for running...
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Rapid AI Prototyping and Bootstrapping with Low and No-code Tools
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomLearn how to rapidly build a low cost AI prototype for research and education with custom GPTs, prompt engineering, and turn-key solutions from leading LLM providers. Register Now
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Practical Multi-GPU Computing
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomThis workshop provides an introduction to using multiple GPUs for high-performance computing. Participants will explore essential techniques and tools, including CUDA with C++ and Python, PyTorch, and MPI, to optimize...
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Introduction to power simulations in R
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomThis workshop introduces power analysis and simulations to assess power and estimate sample sizes needed for sufficient power. We will begin with simple analyses such as the t-test and will...
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Designing AI interfaces for Research Mobile Apps
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomThis workshop explores designing AI interfaces for research mobile apps, focusing on enhancing user experience. Participants will learn how to leverage Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures to achieve accurate performance...
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Introduction to directed acyclic graphs (DAGs) for causal inference in R
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomDirected Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) have emerged as an important tool in causal modeling to understand the relationships among variables. DAGs can inform what variables should be included or excluded in...
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AI Ethics for Humanities and Social Science
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoom & OARC Portal MS 5628This follow-up to the previous “Introduction to AI/ML/LLM for Humanities and Social Science” workshop builds upon the skills and techniques of using and implementing AI to discuss the technology’s social, ethical, and...
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Best Practices for Social Media Digital Accessibility
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomDoes your research group leverage social media to promote your findings or published works? Do you mine social media data and then do analysis on this data in your research?...
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Introduction to Stata
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomThis workshop introduces the functionality of Stata with a focus on data analysis. We will discuss the basic interface and do-files as well as explore commands to import data, create...
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Machine Learning for Scientific Research. Part 1
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomWhile machine learning methods have traditionally been used for prediction in fields like industry and technology, they are increasingly being adopted in scientific research for exploration and inference. This two-part workshop...
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Machine Learning for Scientific Research. Part 2
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomWhile machine learning methods have traditionally been used for prediction in fields like industry and technology, they are increasingly being adopted in scientific research for exploration and inference. This two-part...
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Survey Data Analysis with R
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomThis workshop will show how descriptive analyses, both numerical and graphical, can be done with continuous and categorical variables. Subpopulation analysis will be discussed and then examples of OLS regression...
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Digital Accessibility Basics
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomThis interactive session introduces the fundamentals of digital accessibility and why it matters at UCLA. Participants will learn what accessibility means in a digital context, gain insight into disability culture,...
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Getting Started with the Hoffman2 Cluster — HPC@UCLA Workshop 1 of 5
Office of Advanced Research ComputingThis introductory workshop is designed for UCLA researchers who are new to the Hoffman2 Cluster. Participants will learn how to request an account, connect to the cluster via SSH/remote desktop,...
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Introduction to Digital Accessibility Testing
Office of Advanced Research ComputingZoomAudience: UCLA web editors, content creators, IT staff, and program managersTools Covered: WAVE Chrome plug-in, Siteimprove Accessibility, manual keyboard testing By the end of this training, participants will: Understand the...