Mon. 6 Nov, 2023 - Sun. 12 Nov, 2023
Tue. 7 Nov, 2023
Odum Institute: Modular design and automated testing with Python
Tue. 7 Nov, 2023 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Modular design and automated testing with Python
This 4-hour course will be split over 2 days (11/7/23 & 11/9/23) and offered via Zoom. Attendance is required as the course will not be recorded.
Research is relying on increasingly complex code. However, most academics have not received formal training in software development. This course will introduce participants to some of the best practices of professional software development. Participants will learn to structure their Python code into reusable functions and store those functions as separate scripts and/or packages. Participants will learn to write automated tests for their functions, to help confirm that results are as expected and to ensure that future changes to code do not cause unexpected changes to results.
Odum Institute: Multi-Item Scale Development: Part 2
Tue. 7 Nov, 2023 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Part 2 of this course will be offered over two afternoons (11/7/23 and 11/9/23 from 1pm – 5pm US Eastern) via Zoom only. Attendance is required as the course will not be recorded.
This course is the second in a two-part scale development course series on scale development. Part one of the series focused on the general theories and methods used in the scale development process. This second portion focuses on the analytic methods used to statistically test, refine, and validate scale data. These methods include Cronbach’s alpha, exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and basic structural equation models testing for predictive validity.
Thu. 9 Nov, 2023
Odum Institute: Modular design and automated testing with Python
Thu. 9 Nov, 2023 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Modular design and automated testing with Python
This 4-hour course will be split over 2 days (11/7/23 & 11/9/23) and offered via Zoom. Attendance is required as the course will not be recorded.
Research is relying on increasingly complex code. However, most academics have not received formal training in software development. This course will introduce participants to some of the best practices of professional software development. Participants will learn to structure their Python code into reusable functions and store those functions as separate scripts and/or packages. Participants will learn to write automated tests for their functions, to help confirm that results are as expected and to ensure that future changes to code do not cause unexpected changes to results.
Applying Implementation Science to Precision Public Health Conference (Day One)
Thu. 9 Nov, 2023 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy's Precision Public Health Network is sponsoring a free virtual conference: the Transdisciplinary Conference for Future Leaders in Precision Public Health.
The theme for 2023 is "Applying Implementation Science to Precision Public Health."
The network will host a full day conference on Thursday, November 9 with expert speakers, breakout networking session, and a virtual poster session. A follow-up workshop will be held on Thursday, November 16 to discuss priority setting for the field.
Day One
November 9, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. EST
- Plenary Sessions by Dr. Bruce Korf and Dr. Rachel Shelton
- Expert Presentations by Dr. Nora Pashayan, Dr. John Mathers, Dr. Michael Kosorok, Dr. Sarah Knerr, Dr. Deborah Cragun, and Dr. Stephanie Best
- Virtual Poster Session
Submit a Poster Abstract | Deadline: October 15, 2023
Day Two
November 16, 2023
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. EST
- Interactive Workshop on Research Priorities for Precision Public Health
Learn more at pharmacy.unc.edu/pphnconference
This event is supported by the National Cancer Institute
APHA 2023: Annual Meeting & Digital Expo
Thu. 9 Nov, 2023 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
APHA 2023 is hosting a digital expo for those unable to travel to the in-person expo. The online component of APHA 2023 includes live virtual sessions on November 9 and access to all scientific session recordings from the in-person meeting. You’ll even be able to participate live in the Featured and General Sessions, November 12-15. APHA’s 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo is the premier public health event of the year offering innovative and exciting opportunities to help you reach your personal and professional goals. Engage with public health experts, collaborate with other advocates and grow professionally.
Odum Institute: Multi-Item Scale Development: Part 2
Thu. 9 Nov, 2023 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Part 2 of this course will be offered over two afternoons (11/7/23 and 11/9/23 from 1pm – 5pm US Eastern) via Zoom only. Attendance is required as the course will not be recorded.
This course is the second in a two-part scale development course series on scale development. Part one of the series focused on the general theories and methods used in the scale development process. This second portion focuses on the analytic methods used to statistically test, refine, and validate scale data. These methods include Cronbach’s alpha, exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and basic structural equation models testing for predictive validity.
UNC Engaged Scholarship Series: From Silos to Synergy Networking Event
Thu. 9 Nov, 2023 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
UNC Engaged Scholarship Series: From Silos to Synergy Networking Event
Location: Blue Hill Event Center at 200 South Elliott Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Connect with other community and campus members in-person at the first event in the UNC Engaged Scholarship Series (ESS). Attendees will help shape the future of the series and increase the impact of community-engaged work. If it helps to bring your kids along given the time of this gathering, please know that your family and kids are welcome. Although they won't have childcare, they will have space in the room for crafts and activities so please let them know the number of guests in your RSVP. Additionally, food and refreshments will be provided. Please include any dietary restrictions and any other necessary accommodations for you and your guests in your RSVP as well. Please RSVP by November 2.
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Fri. 10 Nov, 2023
Odum Institute: Qualtrics API
Fri. 10 Nov, 2023 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Qualtrics API
This course will be offered ONLINE. It will not be recorded as there are in-class activities. This course will begin at 10am – those who need assistance prior to the course can arrive or log on at 9am for an accessory hour.
This is a full-day, intensive, online interactive course focused on using the Qualtrics Application Programming Interface (API) to interact with survey instruments and data housed on the platform. The session will be broken into to two segments over the course of the day: 1) we will cover the basics of what an API is, how they work, and what they are used for, all set in terms of the Qualtrics platform; and 2) will cover practical examples for programming with the Qualtrics API using R, Python, and JavaScript (Node). Participants will have the opportunity to work hands-on with writing simple code that they will be able to build on. The goal of the course is to give participants the basic tools needed to begin to automate parts of their research workflows that interact with Qualtrics, thereby decreasing workload and increasing data security.
Sun. 12 Nov, 2023
APHA 2023: Annual Meeting & Digital Expo
All day
APHA 2023 is hosting a digital expo for those unable to travel to the in-person expo. The online component of APHA 2023 includes live virtual sessions on November 9 and access to all scientific session recordings from the in-person meeting. You’ll even be able to participate live in the Featured and General Sessions, November 12-15. APHA’s 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo is the premier public health event of the year offering innovative and exciting opportunities to help you reach your personal and professional goals. Engage with public health experts, collaborate with other advocates and grow professionally.
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