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SUMMARY:Output Tables in R
DESCRIPTION:R is a powerful programming language specifically designed for statistical analysis. In this workshop\, we will explore some of the tools and packages available in R to craft visually appealing tables that effectively communicate your results. Whether you’re using R Markdown and seeking to generate tables in your HTML file or aiming to create polished and publication-ready tables in your report\, these packages can greatly enhance the clarity of your work.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/output-tables-in-r-2
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T110000
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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-2
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251124T100000
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SUMMARY:Optimizing and Managing Your Workflows  – HPC@UCLA Workshop 5 of 5
DESCRIPTION:This advanced session focuses on improving the efficiency\, scalability\, and reproducibility of your research workflows on the Hoffman2 Cluster. Topics include job arrays\, resource monitoring\, environment management (e.g.\, python\, conda)\, and best practices for data and storage usage. Ideal for users ready to streamline and scale their computational research.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/optimizing-and-managing-your-workflows-hpcucla-workshop-5-of-5
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T225609Z
UID:26231-1764928800-1764928800@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Build your app in an hour (with AI powered coding)
DESCRIPTION:This one hour workshop will guide researchers\, students\, and staff turn a pre-formed idea for an app into a working prototype they can test with potential users\, subjects\, or customers.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/build-your-app-in-an-hour-with-ai-powered-coding
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260404T033318
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UID:26229-1764932400-1764932400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Building Image Processing Pipelines using AWS Generative AI Services
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop you will learn how to leverage AWS Generative AI Services to create an image processing pipeline that leverages AI models in AWS SageMaker. You will learn how to create an event-driven micro service that allows users to drop images into AWS S3 buckets to be preprocessed by AWS Lambda and then processed for inference by Amazon SageMaker..
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/building-image-processing-pipelines-using-aws-generative-ai-services
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251205T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260404T033318
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UID:26230-1764932400-1764932400@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Digital Accessibility Testing Made Simple
DESCRIPTION:Duration: 1 hour Audience: UCLA web editors\, content creators\, IT staff\, and program managers Tools Covered: WAVE Chrome plug-in\, Siteimprove Accessibility\, manual keyboard testing By the end of this training\, participants will: -Understand the basics of digital accessibility and UCLA’s WCAG 2.1 AA compliance requirements. -Learn how to use WAVE for page-by-page testing. -Learn how to use Siteimprove for whole-site accessibility scanning and monitoring. -Practice 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/digital-accessibility-testing-made-simple
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033318
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SUMMARY:Covariate Selection in Regression: A Crash Course on Good and Bad Controls
DESCRIPTION:Choosing which covariates to control for in regression models is a well-known challenge\, and clear guidance on this issue is often lacking. Causal diagrams\, specifically directed acyclic graphs (DAGs)\, offer a powerful framework for addressing this challenge. This workshop discusses the paper “A Crash Course in Good and Bad Controls” (Cinelli\, Forney\, & Pearl\, 2022)\, which introduces the concepts of “good” and “bad” controls in statistical regression analysis and clarifies when adding a variable improves or undermines the accuracy of causal effect estimates. \nThrough a series of simulated examples\, we will demonstrate how different variable structures can lead to bias reduction (good controls)\, bias amplification (bad controls)\, or neutral effects\, and discuss how some neutral controls can nonetheless influence the precision of estimates. The workshop’s primary goal is to show how DAGs can be used systematically to identify appropriate control variables\, enabling valid causal interpretations of regression models. \nWhile the material is primarily conceptual\, all simulations and DAG visualizations will be demonstrated in R\, with additional discussion on how AI tools can be used to support this workflow.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/covariate-selection-in-regression-a-crash-course-on-good-and-bad-controls
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033318
CREATED:20250922T223733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T225610Z
UID:26232-1765450800-1765450800@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Digital Accessibility Basics
DESCRIPTION:This 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\, 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. By 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-2
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033318
CREATED:20251217T185737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185737Z
UID:26366-1768392000-1768395600@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-4
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033318
CREATED:20251217T185737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185737Z
UID:26367-1769072400-1769079600@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Version Control with Git\, Part 1
DESCRIPTION:As a computational researcher\, it can be essential to know how to use version control in order to run other people’s code or to develop code as part of a multi-person development team.  Git is one software tool for version control that helps users manage software and software changes over time.  This workshop will introduce users to the fundamental concepts of version control and how to use Git on the command line.
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/introduction-to-version-control-with-git-part-1-2
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
CREATED:20251217T185738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185738Z
UID:26368-1769079600-1769083200@idre.ucla.edu
SUMMARY:Top 10 Accessibility Tips with Accessibility Specialist Chris Patterson
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling to bring your website into compliance with laws\, policies and guidelines on accessibility? Do you need to know more about the ADA\, WCAG\, and Section 508? Do you want to know more about how to make your website work for everyone? We will discuss how to make websites accessible. We will discuss how accessibility is often broken and how to avoid that. We will discuss practical tools for developers\, designers and content editors. Take aways: 1. What to do to make your site/app accessible 2. What not to do 3. Where to find help
URL:https://idre.ucla.edu/calendar-event/top-10-accessibility-tips-with-accessibility-specialist-chris-patterson-3
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260123T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
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
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
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
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
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
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
CREATED:20251217T185750Z
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
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
CREATED:20251217T185750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185750Z
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
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
CREATED:20251218T231218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T225733Z
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:20260205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
CREATED:20251217T185751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185751Z
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
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
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
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
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
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
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
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
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
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training workshop / Tutorial
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T033319
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:20260220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T120000
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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:20260404T033319
CREATED:20251217T185807Z
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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:20260404T033319
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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:20260404T033319
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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:20260404T033319
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:20260404T033319
CREATED:20251217T185809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185809Z
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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