29 January 2025

CaRST eNewsletter

Training & Development Events

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

Design Thinking for Your Future Research Life

When: 6 February 2025, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Credits: 3 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: In-person

This three-hour workshop will introduce participants to methodologies and tools from Futures and Foresight, Systems Thinking, Design Thinking, and Business Strategy to develop prototypes for a research life post-PhD. Applying these tools during the workshop will help participants to imagine, design and plan options for their future Academic and Research life and develop transferable skills to support them in contributing to and leading the development of research projects that are designed to make an impact. Register here.

Commercialisation 101

When: 12 February 2025, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

What is commercialisation and how does it relate to research? In this session, learn how research can be translated into a commercialisation outcome, and how value is created in the process. All researchers should have an understanding of the commercialisation process. Come along to learn what is meant by terms such as: licensing of underlying IP, licensing fees, product/service revenues, royalties, sale of shares, etc. And find out how to differentiate between good research IP and valuable commercial IP. Register here.

Navigating AI in Higher Degree Research

When: 13 February 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain A
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

This webinar explores the ethical dimensions of using AI in HDR research, ensuring students use these tools responsibly and in accordance with established guidelines. Participants will gain an understanding of the basic concepts of AI, the potential benefits and limitations of using AI in research, and develop strategies for maintaining research integrity and ethical practices. Register here.

Project Management

When: 18 February 2025, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Credits: 3 credits, Domain C
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

In this workshop, students are introduced into the context, rationale, strategy and tactics of project management with emphasis on project scope management, project planning & control and on cost management. The students get to know the iterative processes and core skills required by successful project managers. The context and learning of the workshop enable the participants to apply selected project management skills to projects in a variety of industries including engineering, information technology, consulting, production, procurement, maintenance, logistics and supply chain, construction, and manufacturing. By focusing on providing basic knowledge in core areas of scope, time and cost the participants will be enabled to confidently deal with the ever-growing complexities and challenges of project management. Register here.

Seven Secrets of Highly Successful Research Students

When: 20 February 2025, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Credits: 2.5 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

What do HDR students do to finish on time, to overcome isolation, doubt and writer’s block? And to enjoy the process? And just as importantly what do they do in order to spend guilt-free time with their family and friends and perhaps even have holidays? If this sounds appealing, then this session will be of particular use to you. This workshop describes the key habits that our research and experience with thousands of students shows will make a difference to how quickly and easily you complete your HDR. Just as importantly, these habits can greatly reduce the stress and increase the pleasure involved in completing an HDR. Register here.

Leadership and the Art of Influence

When: 25 February 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

It’s often said that influence is essential to leadership – but what is influence? In this session Gary Edwards will demonstrate what influence is, how it works, why we are influenced, and how we can use that for our own benefit – whether we are in a formal leadership role or just trying to “lead” someone to where we’d like them to go. The ability to ethically influence others is essential to a successful career and is becoming more important in an age of disruption and diversity. Register here.

Handling Difficult Conversations Well

When: 27 February 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

It sometimes seems that life is full of difficult conversations! They’re the ones that we put off, avoid or stumble our way through. But it is possible to handle them with greater certainty and confidence – and still get a good result with less emotional turmoil. In this session we will look at how these conversations arise, how they differ from “normal” conversations and how you can use collaborative communication skills to build relationships, reduce conflict, increase learning and improve outcomes. Register here.

Other Training & Events

Neurodivergent Study Skill Workshops Semester 1 2025

Registrations are now open for the Neurodivergent Study Skill Workshops. The Neurodivergent Study Skills Workshops are facilitated by The University of Adelaide's Disability Support Services. These workshops are taught from a neuro-affirming and strength based approach by a neurodivergent facilitator and are a space for students to build community and learn from one another. The workshops discuss neurodivergent learning strategies broadly for all program types but have also incorporated some Higher Degree by Research strategies.  These workshops are open to all students, no matter their diagnosis status, and you do not need to be registered with Disability Support to attend.  Please feel free to refer your students to these workshops. Registrations and further information can be found here. Please note: These workshops are not eligible for CaRST credit.

LEI Workshop: Quiet students, big impact - inclusive strategies for supporting engagement and communication

In this LEI workshop, participants will explore inclusive strategies to support introverted students and others who may be disadvantaged by verbal assessments. We’ll discuss alternative ways for students to demonstrate understanding without relying solely on verbal participation. Participants will engage in hands-on activities that help recognise diverse forms of engagement. The workshop will also dive into the advantages and challenges of oral presentations and vivas, examining how we can better scaffold these skills to prepare students for professional environments where communication is key. To make the most of the time available in the workshop, there is a small amount of preparation required. You can record this session for 2 credits in Domain D for CaRST. 4 February 2025 11:00am-1:00pm. Register 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. You can record this session for 6 credits in Domain A for CaRST. 11-12 February 2025 9:30am-12:30pm. Register here.

LEI Workshop: Back to the future - generative AI for productivity, innovation and authenticity in higher education

Dive into an interactive workshop that demystifies AI technologies, showcases practical applications, and navigates the ethical landscape to optimise teaching and learning. This workshop offers a comprehensive exploration of artificial intelligence in higher education, focusing on AI driving forces, outlining opportunities for integration in various teaching and learning aspects, and navigating ethical considerations, while providing practical toolkit, strategies, and real-world case studies to enhance teaching and learning. To make the most of the time available in the workshop, there is a small amount of preparation required. You can record this session for 3 credits in Domain A for CaRST. 17 February 2025 1:00pm-4:00pm. Register here.

R101: Learn to Program: R

R is quickly gaining popularity as a programming language of choice for statisticians, data scientists and researchers. But getting started can be challenging, particularly if you've never programmed before. That's where this introductory course for researchers comes in. You can record this session for 6 credits in Domain A for CaRST. 18-19 February 2025 9:30am-12:30pm. Register here.

CSIRO Research to Value workshop (Flinders University)

What’s next for your research? Explore the impact of your research, beyond academia, with this FREE ‘Research to Value’ workshop, co-hosted by Flinders University and delivered by CSIRO’s ON Innovation Program. Designed for researchers ready to generate real world impact from their research, this hands-on course will equip you with practical tools and engagement skills to help take your research to the next level. Please note: this workshop will be held in-person at Flinders University. You can self-record this workshop as 'Conferences and symposia - Attendance' for 3 credits in Domain B for CaRST. 25 February 2025 9:00am-1:45pm. Register here.

Defence Trailblazer Commercialisation Bootcamps

The Defence Trailblazer Commercialisation Bootcamps are designed for researchers and innovators with minimal commercialisation experience. The bootcamps provide participants with entrepreneurship insights and access to experienced professionals and defence industry experts. These 2-day intensive workshops aim to support innovators in understanding the defence market, developing value propositions for the Australian Defence Force, refining business models, and planning early-stage commercialisation approaches. The workshops will be delivered in-person in Adelaide on 3-4 March 2025 and online on 8-9 April 2025. Apply here.

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.