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Oct 27, 2021

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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"Intro to Linux (using Argon)" is a two-hour general purpose introductory session intended for anyone who plans to use the Linux environment for research. The following lessons are featured:  Basics of Linux using an HPC Cluster Shell and some basic commands Files, data and process management and utilities/helper programs This session will be taught by Sai Ramadugu from Research Services, and will include both lecture and hands-on training.  Please register here, and let us know if you c...

Oct 27, 2021

1:00 PM - 2:20 PM

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This workshop introduces the basic functionality of pandas, a library that provides data structures and data analysis tools for Python. The workshop is taught using Jupyter Notebook and will cover how to use Jupyter Notebook on the Interactive Data Analytics Service (IDAS). Prerequisites: familiarity with Jupyter Notebook, plus knowledge of basic concepts and features of Python, as covered in our workshop “Python for Data Analysis: Python Fundamentals” or roughly sections 3 to 6 in the offi...

Oct 28, 2021

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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  The University of Iowa provides a High Performance Computing (HPC) environment with the Argon cluster. This HPC system is dedicated to open science and features 612 compute nodes with ~17800 processing cores and more than 300 graphics processing units (including GPUs and nodes that were purchased by investors). "Intro to HPC (using Argon)" is a two-hour introductory session intended for anyone who plans to use Argon for their research, and features the following lessons: How to make the...

Oct 28, 2021

1:00 PM - 2:20 PM

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This workshop introduces the basic functionality of pandas, a library that provides data structures and data analysis tools for Python. The workshop is taught using Jupyter Notebook and will cover how to use Jupyter Notebook on the Interactive Data Analytics Service (IDAS). Prerequisites: familiarity with Jupyter Notebook, plus knowledge of basic concepts and features of Python, as covered in our workshop “Python for Data Analysis: Python Fundamentals” or roughly sections 3 to 6 in the offi...

Oct 28, 2021

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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TriNetX training This training will provide an in depth look at TriNetX and show you how to use the tool. We will go through building a study, searching for a specific population, and finally what information you gather from the specific cohort. We will also discuss next steps on getting data extracted for research. After this training you will have a thorough understanding of how to use TriNetX and what the process is to get data extracted for research studies.

Oct 29, 2021

1:00 PM - 2:20 PM

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This workshop introduces the basic functionality of pandas, a library that provides data structures and data analysis tools for Python. The workshop is taught using Jupyter Notebook and will cover how to use Jupyter Notebook on the Interactive Data Analytics Service (IDAS). Prerequisites: familiarity with Jupyter Notebook, plus knowledge of basic concepts and features of Python, as covered in our workshop “Python for Data Analysis: Python Fundamentals” or roughly sections 3 to 6 in the offi...

Nov 5, 2021

1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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The Computer Science (CS) department welcomes prospective students interested in our graduate programs to our annual Prospective Student Visit Day on Fri, Nov 5. We are looking for strong students with diverse backgrounds to join our MCS and PhD programs. A wide variety of research areas is represented by our world-class faculty including algorithms, computational epidemiology, distributed computing, human-computer interaction, machine learning, massive data algorithms and technology, mobile...

Nov 9, 2021

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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REDCap overview training Not sure what REDCap is? Want to find out if REDCap is suitable for your research project? The REDCap Overview session will cover the basics of REDCap’s functionality and capability. No previous experience is needed. We cover the basic capabilities and the latest software enhancements. NOTE: This is not a hands-on course. After this training you will have a basic understanding of what REDCap’s capability.

Nov 9, 2021

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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TriNetX training This training will provide an in depth look at TriNetX and show you how to use the tool. We will go through building a study, searching for a specific population, and finally what information you gather from the specific cohort. We will also discuss next steps on getting data extracted for research. After this training you will have a thorough understanding of how to use TriNetX and what the process is to get data extracted for research studies.

Nov 11, 2021

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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REDCap basic hands-on training This training is a basic overview of REDCap. We will go through the process of creating a REDCap project starting with instrument design, assigning users access to the project, repeating instruments, enabling surveys, project testing, and ending with production mode. After this training, you will have a baseline competency in REDCap.

Nov 11, 2021

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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REDCap Basic hands-off This training is a basic overview of REDCap that is hands-off/lecture. We will go through the process of creating a REDCap project starting with instrument design, assigning users access to the project, repeating instruments, enabling surveys, project testing, and ending with production mode. You will follow along in with the instructor visually. After this training you will have a baseline competency in REDCap.

Nov 16, 2021

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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TriNetX analytics training TriNetX Analytics is a new functionality within the TriNetX toolset. You will be able to explore and compare cohorts, review cohort characteristics and compare outcomes of interest. We will demonstrate how to use these tools and give examples on best practices for when to use these different measures. After this training you will have a basic understanding of the Analytics toolset and how it can be applied to research questions for your studies.

Nov 17, 2021

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Logic and survey distribution training This training will cover REDCap surveys and logic. From enabling surveys to automatic survey invitations, we'll demonstrate the full survey functionality in REDCap. In addition, we'll cover hiding/showing fields with branching logic, calculating the difference between 2 dates with a calculated field, and other logical functions available in REDCap. After this training, you will have the ability to create and send surveys in a variety of ways as well as...

Nov 17, 2021

12:00 PM - 1:20 PM

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This workshop introduces the basic functionality of plotly in R, a library that makes interactive data visualization. The workshop is taught using RStudio and will cover how to use RStudio on the Interactive Data Analytics Service (IDAS). Prerequisites: familiarity with RStudio, plus knowledge of basic concepts and features of R This workshop is available to current University of Iowa members only. Please register here to receive a Zoom link to the workshop. Registration closes at 8 AM Tue...

Nov 18, 2021

12:00 PM - 1:20 PM

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This workshop introduces the basic functionality of plotly in R, a library that makes interactive data visualization. The workshop is taught using RStudio and will cover how to use RStudio on the Interactive Data Analytics Service (IDAS). Prerequisites: familiarity with RStudio, plus knowledge of basic concepts and features of R This workshop is available to current University of Iowa members only. Please register here to receive a Zoom link to the workshop. Registration closes at 8 AM Tue...

Nov 18, 2021

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Data handling training Data Handling covers the basic ‘must know’ items for transforming your data using Excel and Sublime. Basic understanding of Excel is recommended prior to taking this course. Excel Topics Covered Bringing Data into Excel Making it easier to view & understand your data Categorizing raw data Creating a basic calculation? Vlookup Totals Tables Pivot tables Sublime Topics Covered Finding data Editing multiple rows of data at once Cleaning Data

Nov 19, 2021

12:00 PM - 1:20 PM

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This workshop introduces the basic functionality of plotly in R, a library that makes interactive data visualization. The workshop is taught using RStudio and will cover how to use RStudio on the Interactive Data Analytics Service (IDAS). Prerequisites: familiarity with RStudio, plus knowledge of basic concepts and features of R This workshop is available to current University of Iowa members only. Please register here to receive a Zoom link to the workshop. Registration closes at 8 AM Tue...

Dec 7, 2021

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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REDCap overview training Not sure what REDCap is? Want to find out if REDCap is suitable for your research project? The REDCap Overview session will cover the basics of REDCap’s functionality and capability. No previous experience is needed. We cover the basic capabilities and the latest software enhancements. NOTE: This is not a hands-on course. After this training you will have a basic understanding of what REDCap’s capability.

Dec 9, 2021

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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REDCap basic hands-on training This training is a basic overview of REDCap. We will go through the process of creating a REDCap project starting with instrument design, assigning users access to the project, repeating instruments, enabling surveys, project testing, and ending with production mode. After this training, you will have a baseline competency in REDCap.

Dec 9, 2021

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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REDCap Basic hands-off This training is a basic overview of REDCap that is hands-off/lecture. We will go through the process of creating a REDCap project starting with instrument design, assigning users access to the project, repeating instruments, enabling surveys, project testing, and ending with production mode. You will follow along in with the instructor visually. After this training you will have a baseline competency in REDCap.

Dec 14, 2021

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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TriNetX training This training will provide an in depth look at TriNetX and show you how to use the tool. We will go through building a study, searching for a specific population, and finally what information you gather from the specific cohort. We will also discuss next steps on getting data extracted for research. After this training you will have a thorough understanding of how to use TriNetX and what the process is to get data extracted for research studies.

Dec 15, 2021

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Logic and survey distribution training This training will cover REDCap surveys and logic. From enabling surveys to automatic survey invitations, we'll demonstrate the full survey functionality in REDCap. In addition, we'll cover hiding/showing fields with branching logic, calculating the difference between 2 dates with a calculated field, and other logical functions available in REDCap. After this training, you will have the ability to create and send surveys in a variety of ways as well as...

Dec 16, 2021

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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MyCap training MyCap makes it easy for researchers to capture participant/patient reported outcomes using mobile devices. We will demonstrate a how a participant interacts with MyCap, how the REDCap Team constructs instruments and tasks and how a research study team can enroll participants, message participants, view and interact with participant data. After this training you will have a an understanding of how to use REDCap MyCap.

Dec 21, 2021

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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TriNetX analytics training TriNetX Analytics is a new functionality within the TriNetX toolset. You will be able to explore and compare cohorts, review cohort characteristics and compare outcomes of interest. We will demonstrate how to use these tools and give examples on best practices for when to use these different measures. After this training you will have a basic understanding of the Analytics toolset and how it can be applied to research questions for your studies.

Dec 30, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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TriNetX training This training will provide an in depth look at TriNetX and show you how to use the tool. We will go through building a study, searching for a specific population, and finally what information you gather from the specific cohort. We will also discuss next steps on getting data extracted for research. After this training you will have a thorough understanding of how to use TriNetX and what the process is to get data extracted for research studies.