Upcoming Events

Join us to learn about the Python programming language and basic Python code for some common data analysis tasks. Popular Python libraries used for data exploration, manipulation, and graphing on data frames will be introduced.

Join us to learn about the R programming language, R data objects and basic R code for some common data analysis tasks. A small example dataset will be used to demonstrate data exploration, manipulation, and visualization using built-in functions available in base R.

Join this informational session, led by Dr. Seonyoung Kim from the Data Management and Sharing Services Group at Becker Library, to learn about all the updates regarding the NIH sharing policies and how to navigate them.

Join us to learn best practices for documenting data, documentation tools, and work on documentation of a dataset.

This two-part workshop delves into the dynamic realm of 3D data, from its creation and ownership to its transformative applications in 3D design, 3D printing, 3D scanning, and virtual reality.

Join Ishwar Chandramouliswaran, Lead Program Director at the NIH's Office of Data Science Strategy (ODSS), for a webinar on the FAIR Data and Resources Unit's strategy and initiatives. This session will delve into the Unit's efforts to modernize biomedical data resources through strategic planning and NIH-wide coordination. Gain insights into their activities and goals, explore collaboration opportunities, and learn how to advance adoption of FAIR data principles and practices in biomedical research.

Join us for I2DB’s Annual Scientific Symposium. This year’s event will feature a keynote speaker, research presentations, and opportunities for networking with leading experts in the field.

Join us for a Love Data Week presentation on data visualization by Stephanie Evergreen, PhD, CEO of Evergreen Data, where Dr. Evergreen will share her thoughts on giving data visual justice.

Join us to view the WashU Data Viz Competition entries at the awards reception where the top visualizations will be showcased and attendees can vote to determine the People’s Choice Award.

Visualization literacy—the ability to interpret, evaluate, and create meaningful visual representations of data—is essential for informed decision-making in today's data-driven world. This talk delves into the process of developing a concise and accurate assessment tool for measuring visualization literacy, focusing on its design, implementation, and refinement.

This webinar is offered by Becker Library and WashU's Research Infrastructure Services (RIS). Attendees will learn how to use the OOD web interface to connect to and interact with RIS's Scientific Compute platform, and access a variety of software for running jobs on the system.

Join us as we discuss the importance of reflecting multiple voices and values in science communication with the article Reimagining publics and (non) participation: Exploring exclusion from science communication through the experiences of low-income, minority ethnic groups.

This webinar is offered by Becker Library and WashU's Research Infrastructure Services (RIS). The session will introduce the Unix command line interface, the Unix file system, and basic Unix commands to those with no prior experience with Unix.

This webinar is offered by Becker Library and WashU's Research Infrastructure Services (RIS). This session will introduce high performance computing and a variety of software applications used in hpc environments including text editors, shell and batch scripts, Docker container technology, and the ssh protocol.

WashU medical students, occupational therapy and physical therapy students, residents, fellows, and faculty are invited to the third annual In Our Words event, on March 19, 2025, at the Clark-Fox Forum in Hillman Hall. Selected participants will present their stories on stage or through visual art.

This webinar is offered by Becker Library and WashU's Research Infrastructure Services (RIS). This session will introduce the queue system and basic queue system commands to submit and execute jobs on the Scientific Compute Platform. Attendees will learn how to use Docker images and queue system commands to submit and process jobs.