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GRADS-4C Galaxy Workshop: Mapping the Hidden World of Soil with Galaxy
April 23, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST | REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR LINK
Join us virtually on April 23, 2025, from 1:00–3:00 PM EST for a beginner-friendly, hands-on introduction to metagenomic analysis using the Galaxy platform. This interactive workshop will guide participants through the fundamentals of microbial community analysis, showcasing how Galaxy’s accessible tools support reproducible research and lower the barrier to entry for computational biology. Hosted by GRADS-4C, the session features experts from Johns Hopkins University and is perfect for students, researchers, and educators interested in bioinformatics and data-driven discovery. -
GRADS-4C Intro to Cloud Computing: A Hands-On Introductory Workshop - Cloud Computing Made Simple April 25, 2025 | 10:00 PM – 12:00 PM EST | REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR LINK
Join GRADS-4C for an interactive workshop designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of cloud computing. This session will explore key concepts, real-world applications, and provide a hands-on opportunity to set up your own cloud system. Perfect for beginners and tech enthusiasts looking to boost their skills and confidence with cloud tools. -
GRADS-4C Second Annual Symposium : “CP² – Computing Power to the People”
June 12th – 13th 2025 | North Carolina A & T Alumni Center
Join us June 12–13, 2025, at North Carolina A&T State University for a two-day, in-person symposium focused on empowering access to computational tools in data science, genomics, and health. Hosted by GRADS-4C, the event features keynote speakers, hands-on cloud computing workshops, poster sessions, rapid talks, and networking opportunities with NIH and industry professionals. This symposium brings together students, faculty, and researchers to explore cutting-edge platforms like AnVIL, SCHARE, and All of Us, while fostering community, collaboration, and education in modern computational science. https://grads4c.ncat.edu
- Data for Good for Education (D4G4ED) 2025 Workshop May 28-30 | Trinity Christian College Palos Heights, Chicago - IL | Deadline to register: May 14
This workshop is focused on growing and enabling a network of educators looking to change the world of Data Science education. Research indicates that students should have the opportunity to engage in projects and assignments that promote or explore meaningful social impacts. Whether you are just starting on the journey or have been supporting social good for years, this workshop will deepen your thinking, provide new lenses for projects, and broaden your support network for helping students engage in meaningful work from a data science perspective. This year’s theme is “Building and Maintaining Community Partnerships”. We plan on keynotes focusing on community partnerships and data sovereignty. Working session themes include: Teaching Partnership Skills, Building Community Partnerships, Open Data for Communities, and more. Data for Good for Education (D4G4ED) 2025 Workshop - Academic Data Science Alliance