16 November 2023

CaRST eNewsletter

Training & Development Events

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

Improve your research through community engagement

When: 21 November 2023, 10:00am - 11:30am
Credits: 1.5 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

You've identified a gap in knowledge and now you're undertaking a PhD or Masters to fill that gap. Did you know that by engaging with members of the community who have lived experience related to your topic, that you can improve your research? Hearing the perspectives of those who have (for example) survived cancer, or who live with type 1 diabetes, can not only improve the quality of your research and help you to consider other options, but can make your work more meaningful. Register here.

Please note that while all HDR students are welcome to attend, it will be most relevant for students working in health related research.

Responding to Selection Criteria

When: 22 November 2023, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Does the idea of responding to selection criteria daunt you? Are you aware of what to look for in selection criteria so that you can highlight your skills and abilities? This webinar provides an overview of how to develop effective responses to selection criteria. Register here.

Ace your Interview

When: 27 November 2023, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom meeting

This skills session will review preparation and techniques to use when getting ready for an interview.  This workshop will cover strategies and skills for preparing for an interview, and has an opportunity to practice with other HDR students. Register here.

Building Connections

When: 29 November 2023, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Does the idea of forming connections a.k.a. networking make you quake? Do you have strategies for ongoing relationship building? While many postgraduate researchers experience difficulty with these activities, mastering them is vital for creating a positive research experience and post PhD future. This webinar focuses on strategies to help you create positive connections. Register here.

Other Training & Events

Research Impact: Creating Meaning and Value

Research impact refers to the contributions your research makes beyond academia. This course covers the fundamentals of research impact – what it is and how it can be embedded into every step of the research journey – to help support universities in embedding a broader culture of research impact. This program is relevant to researchers at all levels, with particular relevance for doctoral students, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career researchers. It is suitable across all major disciplines. Enrol here.

Excel for Researchers

Learn to use one of the most widespread data wrangling tools, Microsoft Excel, to import, sort, filter, protect, transform, summarise, merge, and visualise research data. While aimed at novice Excel users, most attendees will walk away with new tricks to work more efficiently with their research data. 21-22 November, 9.30am-12.30pm. Register here.

Productivity Reimagined: Can Technology and AI revolutionise productivity

Explore the exciting possibilities of how technologies and artificial intelligence can transform the way we work and help us achieve peak efficiency. Discover a few key productivity methods and tips as well as innovative AI tools that can help you supercharge your productivity in an ever-evolving digital landscape. 21 November, 2.30-3.30pm. Register here.

Please note: to gain CaRST credit you must register with your UoA email address only.

Commercialisation Pathways for Defence Information Session (Defence Trailblazer Program)

Discover the commercial potential of your defence ideas, and the pathways to take your technology into a commercial application for defence at Defence Trailblazer’s upcoming Commercialisation Pathways for Defence information session. Hear from industry, academic and commercialisation experts as they discuss the changing defence environment, the current opportunities within the defence market and how you can help boost Australia’s sovereign defence capabilities. 22 November, 11.30am-1.30pm. Further information.

Beyond Basics: Conditionals and Visualisation in Excel

This hands-on workshop will cover some advanced features of Excel, such as how to apply some conditional analysis to glean greater insights from your data. It will also cover how to enhance your charts for inclusion into a manuscript, thesis or report by adding some statistical elements. 28 November, 9.30am-12.30pm. Register here.

Machine Learning eResearch Platform for Australian Researchers

To efficiently manage GPU resources and reduce entry barriers, Monash University, UQ, QCIF, and ARDC have implemented a machine learning service known as the Machine Learning eResearch Platform (MLeRP). They have also developed user-friendly training materials for easy adoption. MLeRP bridges the gap, offering the interactivity of a notebook and the computational power of an HPC environment, allowing resource sharing among users when code is not actively running. The team will delve into what sets MLeRP apart from other HPC platforms and how to leverage its hardware effectively. The presentation will include an overview of MLeRP's features, a live demonstration, and a brief introduction. 28 November, 2.30-3.30pm. Register here.

Please note: to gain CaRST credit you must register with your UoA email address only.

Learn to Program: Python

Python has deservedly become a popular language for scientific computing and among researchers, but getting started can be challenging, especially if you have never programmed before. That's where this introductory live coding workshop comes in, where we will use Jupyter notebooks to write programs and produce results. 5-6 December, 9.30am-12.30pm. Register here.

AI in Action: Real-World Research Applications and Impact of Artificial Intelligence for Image Analysis

Research Data Scientists will showcase concrete examples of how artificial intelligence is driving tangible results in various research domains. Gain firsthand insights into the practical applications of AI and its transformative impact on research across diverse fields. Specifically, the webinar will focus on the application of image analysis tools and their application within medical and ecology research. 5 December, 2.30-3.30pm. Register here.

Please note: to gain CaRST credit you must register with your UoA email address only.

News

Adelaide German Week '23: Science, Business & Innovation Day

As part of the Adelaide German Week 2023, the Science, Business and Innovation Day on Tuesday 21 November brings together leading universities, industry and government to showcase existing innovative science and science-business collaborations between South Australia and Germany, as well as facilitate opportunities to explore future collaborations and growth. If you are interested in learning more about bilateral research, teaching and innovation endeavours between South Australia and Germany, this event is for you. Register here.

CaRST Tip

Registering and attending Zoom sessions for CaRST credit? It is important that you use your University of Adelaide email address and enter your University ID as (aXXXXXXX) when registering, and attend via a computer as we use this information to mark your attendance.

About CaRST

Located within the Adelaide Graduate Research School, 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.