28 September 2022

CaRST eNewsletter

Also coming up this month we continue with sessions focused on communication, negotiation and pitching your research.

People's choice voting is now open for the Asia Pacific 3MT final. Our University 3MT winner, Joshua Robinson is included in the 2022 Virtual Asia-Pacific 3MT Semi-Final Showcase. Check out the competition, and cast your votes for Joshua by the 6th October!

Best wishes,

Katy Dolman
Manager, CaRST

Training & Development Events

Before registering for CaRST events, please review our no-show policy.

Defeating self-sabotage

When: 29 September 2022, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Credits: 2.5 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: zoom Webinar

Do you find that despite your best efforts to ‘work on your thesis’ or get your research output going it just doesn’t seem to be happening? Does there always seem to be something more urgent, interesting or important to do? Perhaps you are self-sabotaging. This workshop will help you understand some of the key self-sabotaging behaviours and what you can do about them. Register here.

Negotiating for Positive Outcomes

When: 30 September 2022, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: zoom Webinar

The ability to negotiate is consistently rated as one of the most critical skills for being successful – but not many people ever learn how to do it well. In this workshop, Gary Edwards will present a flexible model of negotiation that can be applied to a range of different situations, from the short and quick “corridor” negotiation to more formal business negotiation. Register here.

Learn 5 storytelling / presentation techniques from a pitch expert – New for 2022

When: 5  October 2022, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Credits: 3 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: In person

Why is it that good speakers can take average content and make it work? Yet, average speakers can take a great idea and make it boring? In this interactive workshop, you will be practicing 5x techniques that make your content more engaging. The presenter (Tom Hendrick from Talent Academy, ThincLab’s in-house pitch consultant) will also be sharing 5x free online tools to improve your presentations. What would your content sound like if it was: (1) a conversation? (2) a choose-your-own-adventure? (3) an analogy? (4) a diagram? (5) a live demonstration? This multidisciplinary workshop is suitable for all HDR students who want to improve the presentation quality of their research. Register here 

Being a Resilient Researcher – New for 2022

When:6 October 2022, 2:00pm – 3:00pm 
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B 
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar 

Managing stress and looking after ourselves are key components of being resilient during difficult times. This workshop focusses on positive psychological and practical ways to maintain resilience and wellbeing throughout the research degree.  Workshop Components:-Exploring issues impacting on psychological wellbeing and performance during the research degree-Developing an understanding of anxiety and stress and skills to manage effectively-Identifying self-care activities and support networks-Building strategies to optimise performance. Register here  

The PhD experience

When: 10 October 2022, 13:00 pm - 16:30 pm
Credits: 3.5 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: In person

This program draws on an activity and team-based problem-solving approach. A series of activities (eg team building, problem-solving, case studies) have been developed to represent stages of the PhD journey. Course participants are allocated into teams of 4-5 and they will work together to complete activities. Following each activity there is a full debrief that relates to the PhD experience. This program appeals to a group of people who learn best from doing as opposed to listening. It is a chance to get involved in, learn from focussed activities, and learn some of the skills of working in a team. Participants will get the opportunity to: Reflect on their own PhD experience, Learn from the experience of others, Problem-solve difficult situations, Develop strategies to deal with setbacks and loss of motivation, Deal with feedback, Deal with frustrations and set-backs, Work co-operatively in a team. Speaker: Hugh Kearns, ThinkWell. Register here on the waiting list.

Leximancer: an introduction

When: 14 October 2022, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Credits: 3 credits, Domain A
Delivery mode: In person

This workshop is an introduction to Leximancer, delivered by the Adelaide Business School. Leximancer is software which allows a quantitative analysis of text files according to word association. The analysis process gives a picture of the associations between key concepts in text files. However, using this analysis technique requires a researcher to understand how the Leximancer algorithm works. Also the researcher can make many choices about the operation of the algorithm. Each choice is based on assumptions concerning the nature of the data and the research question.The workshop covers the assumptions made within a Leximancer analysis, and how the software deals with different issues within a set of text documents. Part of the workshop is a hands-on exercise where participants analyse a simple text data set. Register here 

Thinking Resiliently as a Researcher

When: 17 October 2022, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Unhelpful thought patterns impact on psychological wellbeing and may impede research progression. This workshop explores negative thought patterns and highlights skills to think resiliently and positively. Workshop Components:-Recognising cognitive processes and identifying unhelpful thought patterns e.g., imposter syndrome-Practicing skills such as, evidence and perspective taking, to modify reactions to issues-Identifying strengths and values to build self-confidence in abilities and increase motivation-Creating a framework for thinking positively, confidently and resiliently throughout the research degree and beyond. Register here 

Pitch perfection

When: 18 October 2022, 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Credits: 1 credit, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

A pitch is about engaging, enticing and moving people to action. Learn the 3 important elements you must communicate in every pitch and how to think on your feet. The Speaker, Sharon Ferrier, Director, Persuasive Presentations  is a corporate educator, facilitator, coach and speaker. Sharon has a knack for making the complex simple. She believes that passionate people persuade’ and that to make your message stick, you need to balance information with delivery style. Sharon is a nationally accredited Trainer and Workplace Assessor and an accredited DISC ADVANCED facilitator. Her special interest areas include persuasive presentations, pitching, public speaking executive sales and networking. Register here 

Flexing your Communication Style 

When: 19 October 2022, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain D
Delivery mode: In -person

In this workshop you will identify your own preferred communication style and workplace preferences, reflect on how your preferences and communication style influence your workplace relationships, and learn how to “flex” your communication style to allow you to forge positive relationships with colleagues. Register here. 

Introduction to searching for systematic reviews – New for 2022 

When: 20 October 2022, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain A
Delivery mode: In -person

Are you starting a systematic review? Do you need help with selecting databases and building your database search strategies? Join us at this introductory presentation  for an overview of the systematic review process. This presentation will focus on the literature searching component of your review. Learn expert tips and tricks from your health librarians to get you started with your review, including: -Why systematically search?-Identifying existing reviews-Selecting appropriate databases-Constructing a search strategy-Developing and registering your protocol-Exporting results and using systematic review management software. Register here.

Other Training & Events

Hacky Hour Webinar: From PC to Cloud or High Performance Computing

This themed Hacky Hour session will feature a special webinar by Intersect introducing PC, Cloud, and High Performance Computing concepts plus the differences, pros, and cons of each. The webinar will be followed by the opportunity to discuss and ask questions of HPC experts. Zoom Meeting, limited places, 10 October 3:00pm - 4:00pm. Register here 

Please note Hacky Hours are not eligible for CaRST credit. 

Introduction to Machine Learning using Python: Classification

In this live coding workshop, we provide a comprehensive introduction to the Classification models in Machine Learning and use Python to apply the knowledge on real-world datasets. We hope after this hands-on workshop, you will have a better understanding of these Machine Learning models and techniques and appreciate its capability, as well as make better informed decisions on how to leverage Machine Learning in your research.
Prerequisites: Either Learn to Program: Python and Data Manipulation in Python or Learn to Program: Python and Data Manipulation and Visualisation in Python needed to attend this course. If you already have experience with programming, please check the topics covered in the Learn to Program: Python, Data Manipulation in Python and Data Manipulation and Visualisation in Python courses to ensure that you are familiar with the knowledge needed for this course, such as good understanding of Python syntax and basic programming concepts and familiarity with Pandas, Numpy and Seaborn libraries. Zoom Meeting, limited places 4-5 October 2022, 9:30am - 12:30pm. Register here 

Introduction to Machine Learning using Python: SVM and Unsupervised Learning

In this live coding workshop, we provide a comprehensive introduction to Support Vector Machine and Unsupervised models in Machine Learning. We use Python to apply the knowledge on real-world datasets. We hope after this hands-on workshop, you will have a better understanding of these Machine Learning models and techniques and appreciate its capability, as well as make better informed decisions on how to leverage Machine Learning in your research. Prerequisites: Either Learn to Program: Python and Data Manipulation in Python or Learn to Program: Python and Data Manipulation and Visualisation in Python needed to attend this course. If you already have experience with programming, please check the topics covered in the Learn to Program: Python, Data Manipulation in Python and Data Manipulation and Visualisation in Python courses to ensure that you are familiar with the knowledge needed for this course, such as good understanding of Python syntax and basic programming concepts and familiarity with Pandas, Numpy and Seaborn libraries. Zoom Meeting, limited places 13 October 2022, 9:30am - 12:30pm. Register here 

Digital Humanities Lab: Preserving the digital and recreating the physical past 

Join us to learn how researchers are using VR to rediscover and explore lost built heritage in Adelaide, and how the State Library of SA is caring for globally significant digital art from the 1980s and 90s, and making it available for new generations. (1 credit, Domain A). Wednesday 12 October, 10.00am to 11.00am, Zoom webinar, Register here 

JBI's Comprehensive Systematic Review Training Program

JBI's Comprehensive Systematic Review Training Program prepares researchers and clinicians to conduct high quality systematic reviews. By the end of the program participants are ready to begin their protocol. The next program will be held from 24 October. Learn more here. Please note that these Trainings have a fee between $400 and $2000 and CaRST does not cover these Trainings Fees.

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Being Well, Living Well

You can enrol in a new wellbeing program in MyUni – the postgrad specific module in Strand 1 (Living Well) takes anywhere from 15-60 minutes to complete depending on the level of engagement with the resources. Course enrolment can be found here.

Tackling the imposter with BATYR

Take an early lunch break and connect with your fellow research students in this free interactive program where we’ll explore how to look after your mental health and navigate imposter syndrome. In partnership with Student Health & Wellbeing, Batyr and their incredible panel of lived experience facilitators will talk about their 5 tips to look after yourself and your friends, and how reaching out for help can make your uni experience richer, less stressful, and set you up for the future. You’ll hear a personal story from the panel about how they navigated their mental ill-health and re-built their mental wellbeing through resilience and the support of others. Wednesday 26 October, 11-12pm. Ingkarni Wardli Conference Room 7.15, Level 7. More information here. Food will be provided so come have an early lunch, and enter the draw for some fantastic prizes to help contribute to your wellbeing. Register here

Picnic Chats

Take time out with office mates or friends to eat, chat and recharge. Register to collect a picnic pack from the Student Wellbeing team. Not only will we provide the food, we are also encouraging you to help challenge stigma through conversation. It can be as simple as asking each other "how's it going?", or flicking through some easy conversation cards provided by Beyond Blue, as part of the Big Blue Table campaign. It might be just the tonic you need to look after your wellbeing. The Pride Club, PASS team, Ecoversity and Wellbeing Champions will be at tables around the Hub so feel free to drop in and let them know how you're going. Friday 7 October, 12-2pm, Co-op, Hub Central. More information here.

THREE MINUTE THESIS ASIA-PACIFIC FINAL

The University of Queensland has launched the 2022 Virtual Asia-Pacific 3MT Semi-Final Showcase!

This year's competition showcases the presentations and research of 57 outstanding competitors from universities from across Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singapore. The competitors include Joshua Robinson, the University of Adelaide final winner.

Over the next two weeks, two judging panels will also review and select 8 finalists from the 57 competitors, to proceed to the 2022 Virtual Asia-Pacific 3MT Final which will be held via livestream, on Wednesday 19 October. Audience registration is now open to attend the Virtual Asia-Pacific 3MT Final livestream.

This year's Semi-Final will again include a People's Choice vote, where the competitor with the most votes will progress to the Virtual Asia-Pacific 3MT Final as the 'wildcard' entrant. Voting will close at 11:59pm on Thursday 6 October.

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About CaRST

Located within the Adelaide Graduate Centre, CaRST is a specialised training and development program for HDR students at the University of Adelaide. For further information on CaRST visit the CaRST website.