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Roadmap to Successful Reviews: Translating Searches

Nov 14, 2024, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Every database speaks a different “language”. By learning to translate search queries into multiple databases, we can expand the scope of our research and ensure that all relevant studies are included. Join our experts to learn how to translate and the tools available to assist you. Common mistakes and tool pitfalls will be discussed. Online via Zoom. More information here.

OER 101 for Health Sciences

Nov 11, 2024, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Open educational resources (OER) are free and open access alternatives to commercial course materials. In this session, we will cover the background of textbook costs in the US and their impact on students, then go over what OER are and how they work (both practically and in terms of copyright). We will then address how to find, adopt, and create OER for health sciences. The concluding discussion will include recommended resources and ways to get involved with open education communities, as well as an overview of support available at UK.

Data Disasters: How to Avoid Horror Stories in Data Management

Oct 23, 2024, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

If not managed well, research data can go wrong in any number of ways, and the consequences range from minor inconveniences to retractions of published findings. Fortunately, you can protect yourself from data disasters large and small using good data management techniques. This presentation will cover some all-too-common data horror stories that researchers experience and how you can guard against them. Online via Zoom. More information here.

The Horrors of Bad Research, Part 3: It’s Alive? Issues with Artificial Intelligence

Oct 16, 2024, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Artificial intelligence (AI) is an ever-growing presence in our lives, and it has its benefits. However, misunderstandings of AI’s limitations have led to it being misused in research. Learn about the proper and improper application of AI in health sciences research and how it’s impacting health sciences literature. Online via Zoom. More information here.

The Horrors of Bad Research, Part 2: The Growing Systematic Review Monster

Oct 9, 2024, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Systematic reviews are an increasingly popular study that has long been considered a “gold standard” of evidence synthesis. However, a quick look at published reviews shows that many fall quite short of the gold standard moniker. Why are so many failing to meet the necessary high standards? And what should you know about standards and requirements before you take on an advanced review project? Online via Zoom. More information here.

The Horrors of Bad Research, Part 1: Dodge Deception with Critical Appraisal

Sep 25, 2024, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Whether you have already been asked to complete a review, are brainstorming your own project, or simply want to build your research skills, this is your chance to learn about evidence syntheses from an expert. Join us and gain valuable knowledge to help you succeed in your research endeavors. Online via Zoom. More information here.

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