29 July 2021

CaRST eNewsletter

A recent paper published in PLOS Biology shows that candidates who participate in career development activities, including internships, are just as efficient and productive as those who do not. According to the analysis, which looked at biomedical PhD students at ten US universities, there was no difference in time to degree or publications. In some instances, participants completed faster.

These findings, which are also discussed in a Science Careers article, should hopefully provide reassurance about devoting time to career and professional development in addition to conducting your research.

Best,

Dr Monica Kerr
Director, CaRST

Training & Development Events

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

Research Grants and Fellowships in the Health and Medical Sciences

When: 30 July 2021, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain C
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Presented by Research Services, this lecture will provide an overview of research grants and fellowships and strategies for funding success in Health and Medical Sciences. The lecture will cover topics including the major granting bodies in Health and Medical Sciences, an NHRMC case study, writing your research proposal and the grant assessment process. Register here.

Creating Impact for Research through Social Media

When: 17 August 2021, 10:30am - 11:30am
Credits: 1 credit, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

With the release of the ARC assessment of Engagement and Impact, researchers are now exploring how to create impact for their research through outreach and engagement.  This seminar will cover strategies to generate impact through the creative use of social media by researchers. Register here. 

Research Grants and Fellowships Opportunities (ARC)

When: 18 August 2021, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain C
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Presented by Research Services, this session will explore project funding (grants) and people funding (fellowships) available from the Australian Research Council (ARC). It will cover topics including funding opportunities, as well as the grant application and assessment process. Register here.

Other Training & Development

Introduction to Machine Learning in Python

Join this live, interactive series of three training courses that will explore the fundamentals of Machine Learning from a practical perspective in Python, and how to apply this knowledge on real-world datasets:

1. Introduction & Linear regression: this training will provide a comprehensive introduction to Linear Regression, Model Training workflows and the scikit-learn package. August 3-4, 2021. Register for waitlist. 
2. Classification: this training will introduce Machine Learning models and techniques such as Logistic Regression, Decision Trees and Ensemble Learning. August 11-12, 2021. Register for waitlist.
3. SVM & Unsupervised Learning: this final training of the series will explore techniques such as Support Vector Machine, K-Nearest Neighbor and Dimensionality Reduction. August 17, 2021. Register for waitlist.

* For a better and more complete understanding of the most popular Machine Learning models and techniques, please consider attending all three trainings in the series. All courses will be held online via Zoom.

Elsevier Researcher Academy Online Courses

These free online learning courses from Elsevier Researcher Academy cover an array of topics relevant to navigating a research career. Free to access upon registration. Use the certificate of completion to claim CaRST credit. Further information.

Leximancer: An Introduction

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.  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. Limited places are available and priority will be given to Business School staff and students. 1st October 2021; 9:00am-12:00pm. Further information and to register.

Scoping Review Workshop

Designed for clinicians, public health professionals, academics, researchers and others to determine the most appropriate review methodology for their question, with a particular focus on scoping reviews. This 1-day workshop enables participants to explore the theories and concepts relating to scoping reviews and other types of evidence synthesis, and equip participants with the knowledge and tools they need to successfully plan for and undertake a scoping review following the JBI approach. 24th to 25th August 2021; 6:00pm-9:30pm. Further Information.

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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.