Research and Data Integrity Program (ReaDI) at the Columbia University in the City of New York is designed to enhance data management and research integrity, by providing resources, outreach and consultation to Columbia University researchers. In this talk, we will cover ReaDI activities and resources, the revamped ReaDI website, our new training on proper handling of digital scientific images, the recently developed template for the Lab Data Management Plan in the DMPTool, and our upcoming symposium on promoting credibility, reproducibility and integrity in research.
Speakers:
Naomi Schrag
Vice President for Research Compliance, Training and Policy
Columbia University
Roger Lefort
Assistant Director for Research Compliance, Training and Policy
Columbia University
Please join the TraCS Data Science Lab for a review of AI tools applicable to research. This seminar is an update to the April 2024 seminar that introduced the same topic. The primary focus of this seminar will be on easily accessible, browser-based tools that members of the TraCS Data Science Lab have actively used for research. A secondary focus of the seminar will be on programmatic use of AI tools exemplified by a current project.
Seminars in the NC TraCS Data Science Lab Seminar Series will cover a range of topics related to health care data science, clinical data, data engineering, and working in these areas at UNC-Chapel Hill. These hybrid seminars will be held on the third Tuesday of each month from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the NC TraCS suite on the 2nd floor of Brinkhous-Bullitt or via Zoom.
Academics are increasingly asked to engage with public actors from policymakers to journalists. Rarely, however, are academics given any guidance or strategies for doing so. In this workshop, Dr. Ray will provide strategies for interacting with journalists, policymakers, and bureaucrats. Participants will learn best practices for amplifying their research to broader publics as well as ways to engage in self-care to continue the work. In addition to publishing over 50 books, articles, and book chapters, Ray has testified at the federal and state levels and written over 50 op-eds for outlets including New York Times, Washington Post, Newsweek, and Insider. Ray has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, BBC, NPR, and others. From 2018-2022, Ray co-edited Contexts Magazine: Sociology for the Public, which garnered over one million views and downloads per year. He was recently awarded an Andrew Carnegie Fellowship.
This event has been cancelled.
CDMRP has just communicated that all travel and external events have been paused. We thank you for your interest in this event and we are hopeful it can be rescheduled.
The UNC Office of Research Development is hosting leadership from the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) for an overview and discussion about CDMRP programs. This event is open to UNC faculty, regional institutions, and industry partners to learn about updates to programs and funding opportunities for 2025 as available and provide strategies for success in applying.
CDMRP is funded through the Department of Defense (DoD), via annual Congressional legislation known as the Defense Appropriations Act. The programs collectively provide nearly $1.5 billion annually in research funding.
Following the overview session, attendees are encouraged to join one of three breakout sessions led by CDMRP personnel for additional program-specific information, strategy, and networking.
1) Women's Health Research and Initiatives Across Programs - presented by Dr. Rebecca Fisher, Deputy Director for Program Management at the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
2) Programs in Cancer - presented by Dr. Theresa Miller, Program Manager for Kidney Cancer Research Program and Neurofibromatosis Research Program
3) Programs in Neurological Health, Psychological Health, and Substance Use - presented by Ms. Michelle Lane, Program Manager for Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders Research Program, Lead Coordinator across Psychological Health programs
This event will be held in person at the North Carolina Botanical Garden located at 100 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517.
The Renaissance Computing Institute (RENCI) at UNC-Chapel Hill is excited to announce the next event from Accelerating Collaborative Team Science (ACTS) — a Team Science educational program.
ACTS functions as a connector, bridging the gap between researchers, coordinating centers, and other parties involved in practicing and promoting collaborative team science theory and practical applications across the scientific research landscape. With twenty years of experience coordinating team science efforts, RENCI provides a unique vantage point for those seeking to understand the role of the coordinating center and the challenges specific to large, geographically dispersed scientific teams.
Science can transform lives—but its potential impact depends on public confidence and engagement in research. In an era of rapid technological advancements and shifting societal interests, how can research teams work together to make science more accessible, transparent, and trusted? This dynamic webinar explores how scientific collaboration can foster credibility, enhance communication, and build meaningful connections beyond traditional academic circles. Join the RENCI ACTS team for a discussion on how research teams can actively engage local communities, spark enthusiasm for scientific discovery, and inspire confidence in research outcomes. Whether you’re a researcher, science communicator, or policymaker, this discussion will provide insights on how teamwork and public engagement shape the future of the relationship between science and the public.
Learn more at renci.org/team-science/.
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.
To attend, participants must be working on a qualitative data analysis project and can seek feedback on any step in the process (e.g., coding, creating matrices/diagrams/other products, developing categories or themes, summarizing data). Participants must have attended an Introduction to Qualitative Data Analysis training offered by NC TraCS (either the session offered on February 28, 2025 or a previously offered session or recording).
Please note: We will not be presenting information about qualitative analysis in this session; instead, we will ask participants to share where they are in their analysis process, ask questions about their analyses, and collectively discuss strategies for moving our analyses forward.
Facilitators:
MaryBeth Grewe, MPH
Program Manager, Qualitative Research Service
Research Specialist, Patient and Community Engagement in Research (PaCER) Program
NC TraCS Institute
Simone Frank, MPH
Senior Project Manager, Patient and Community Engagement in Research (PaCER) Program
Research Specialist, Qualitative Research Service
NC TraCS Institute
Milenka Jean-Baptiste, MPH
Research Specialist, Qualitative Research Service
NC TraCS Institute
This NIH Collaboratory Rethinking Clinical Trials Grand Rounds features:
Alexander J. “AJ” Blood, MD, MSc
Associate Director, Accelerator for Clinical Transformation Research Group
Instructor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School
Cardiologist and Intensivist
Brigham and Women’s Hospital