Events under 'TraCS-sponsored'

This online training session will provide an introduction to qualitative research methods. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and share experiences conducting qualitative research. Topics include: differences between quantitative and qualitative research, qualitative research methodologies, strategies for qualitative data collection, and methods of qualitative data analysis.

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Join us for a laptop-optional workshop to learn about using exploratory data analysis (EDA) as part of a data analysis plan for clinical research. Code samples will be provided in both R and Python.

In this workshop, you will learn how to:

• Rearticulate research question with respect to collected data
• Design and implement a data analysis plan
• Use appropriate exploratory data analysis (EDA) for variable and question types
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This interactive online workshop will focus on semi-structured interviewing, a data collection method used in qualitative research. Topics covered will include basics of semi-structured interviews, development of interview questions and probes, interviewing skills, and considerations for conducting virtual interviews. Participants will have the opportunity to practice developing interview questions and using interviewing skills.

This...

When AI Fails in Health Research

Although powerful, AI tools and methods can still generate misleading results without proper implementation and supervision. In this seminar, JP Powers, PhD, will discuss some limitations and common pitfalls around using machine learning and large language models in research.

Speaker:
JP Powers, PhD
Research Data Scientist
TraCS Data Science Lab

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This interactive online workshop will provide an introduction to focus groups, a data collection method used in qualitative research. Topics covered will include focus group methodology, considerations for planning a focus group, development of focus group discussion guides, focus group facilitation skills, and tips for conducting virtual focus groups. Attendees will also observe or participate in a mini "mock" virtual focus group sessi...

The Carolina Women's Health Research Network- Connecting for Discovery, Collaboration & Impact

Building on the momentum of past successes, NC TraCS and the Office of Research Development at UNC–Chapel Hill are excited to reconnect with researchers across campus. This in-person event is an opportunity to strengthen relationships, celebrate shared accomplishments, and explore new funding and collaborative possibilities.

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This online training will provide an introduction to qualitative data analysis, focusing on content/thematic analysis. The session will cover the basics of qualitative data analysis and steps in the analysis process, including transcribing, memoing, codebook development and coding, exploring content areas or themes, and interpreting and communicating findings. Participants will have the opportunity to practice developing and applying co...

In this session, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and seek feedback on their qualitative analyses from facilitators and other attendees. This session serves as a workshop in which participants get a chance to discuss and review qualitative analysis techniques while also learning from others.

Please note: We will not be presenting information about qualitative analysis in this session; instead, we will ask parti...

Engagement in Research 101: Introduction to Engaging Patient & Community Partners in Research

Are you interested in learning about patient and community engagement and how it can benefit your research? Excited by the idea of engaging patient, community, or other partners in your research, but unsure about where to start? Want to know more about how to engage partners at different points throughout your study?

Engaging with patie...

Engagement in Research Nuts & Bolts: Specific Approaches for Engaging Patient & Community Partners in Research

There is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to engaging patient, community, or other partners in your research. Rather, there are a variety of engagement methods to suit your study's needs, your research team's capacity, and your partners' interests.

This online training will describe three common approaches for working wi...

Strengthening Engagement in Research: Building and Maintaining Relationships with Patient & Community Partners

Meaningful partnerships with patients, community members, or other collaborators involved in your research are invaluable. Projects are set up for success when care is intentionally given to developing and strengthening partnerships over time.

This online training will describe best practices for building mutually benefi...