Aug 20 Introduction to Scientific Digital Images 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Aug. 20, 2025 This workshop offers foundational training on digital image data, processing, and ethics, and counts toward the NIH RCR Certificate.
Aug 26 Image Python & AI - Session 1: Python Kickstart for Data Analysts 2 – 3 p.m., Aug. 26, 2025 Python fundamentals, setting up the environment, and basic syntax essential for data tasks.
Sep 02 Image Practical AI for Research - Session 1: Running LLM Locally (Ollama, LM Studio) 1 – 2 p.m., Sept. 2, 2025 This session explores the benefits and setup of running Large Language Models locally, covering tools like Ollama and LM Studio, model downloading, command-line and API usage, GUI interaction, local inference servers, and basic hardware considerations.
Sep 02 Image Python & AI - Session 2: Data Wrangling with Pandas & NumPy 2 – 3 p.m., Sept. 2, 2025 Mastering data manipulation and cleaning using Python's core data science libraries.
Sep 04 Image The Geospatial AI Landscape 10 – 11 a.m., Sept. 4, 2025 Join us as we explore the convergence of GIS/Remote Sensing with AI and how this will lower technical barriers while being a force multiplier in geographic data analysis.
Sep 04 Image AI as Your Research Assistant 2 – 3 p.m., Sept. 4, 2025 Learn how to use ChatGPT and other AI tools as research assistants to brainstorm, refine ideas, review literature, and boost writing productivity, no coding required.
Sep 09 Image Leadership through Project Management: Team Culture Tips for Successful Research Projects 10 – 11:15 a.m., Sept. 9, 2025 A session focused on fostering thriving diverse teams through humble, authentic leadership, positive mindset, and strong team dynamics to enable collaboration and success from any position in the organization.
Sep 09 Image Practical AI in Research-Session 2: Using AI VERDE (Open-source LLMs) 1 – 2 p.m., Sept. 9, 2025 This session introduces AI VERDE as a platform for accessing open-source LLMs, highlighting its features, navigation, model selection, and research-focused tools.
Sep 09 Image Python & AI - Session 3: Visualizing Insights: Matplotlib & Seaborn 2 – 3 p.m., Sept. 9, 2025 Creating impactful data visualizations to uncover patterns and communicate findings.
Sep 11 Image Coding Agents in QGIS and Earth Engine 10 – 11 a.m., Sept. 11, 2025 This session demonstrates autonomous geospatial analysis using AI tools: executing QGIS commands with Claude and generating Earth Engine code with Google's Gemini.