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Jul 31

It Takes a Village: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Parenting
Parenting in a contemporary context can be challenging, and in individualistic cultures, parents often feel isolated and lacking in social and familial support. Instead, we encourage coming together to support the development of our youngest members of the community and the parents who care for them.

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Parenting in a contemporary context can be challenging, and in individualistic cultures, parents often feel isolated and lacking in social and familial support. Instead, we encourage coming together to support the development of our youngest members of the community and the parents who care for them.
You are invited to attend our Research Forum: “It Takes a Village: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Parenting.”
- Date: 31st July 2024
- Time: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
- Venue: Western Sydney University, Parramatta City campus (1PSQ), Level 9, Conference Room 2, Macquarie Street, Parramatta NSW
Parenting in a contemporary context can be challenging, and in individualistic cultures, parents often feel isolated and lacking in social and familial support.
Instead, we encourage coming together to support the development of our youngest members of the community and the parents who care for them; acknowledging the more collectivist cultural notion that ‘it takes a village to raise a child’.
In this forum we bring together industry partners, community voices, and academic perspectives on parenting to advocate for the psychological, social, and economic health and wellbeing of parents and children.
We take an intersectional approach to parenting; addressing gender and sexuality inclusivity, regionality, and the diverse support needs of parents and children.
Program
10.30am Welcome and Acknowledgement of Country
Professor Tanya Meade, Dean & Discipline Lead, School of Psychology, Western Sydney University
Presenters:
10:45am Title: “Rainbow Families - supporting LGBTQ+ parents and their families”
Ashley Scott: Executive Officer and one of the founders of Rainbow Families
11:10am Title: “Supporting new parents in regional and remote communities: Evaluation of the Neurodevelopmental Care Program (NDC)”
Associate Professor Karen Mattock: Western Sydney University
11:35am Title: “Your baby is smart: Core knowledge and what your baby understands about the world”
Professor Susan Hespos : Western Sydney University
12:00pm Title: “Evaluating early parenting interventions: Supporting families via in-patient and telehealth services”
Dr Nicole Traynor: Western Sydney University
12: 25pm - 1: 10pm Lunch break
1:10pm “Understanding and Supporting Parents in the Emotional Development of Autistic Children and Adolescents”
Anita Gardner : Children's Hospital at Westmead Stephanie Le: Western Sydney University
1:35pm Title:: "Daddy Guilt: An emerging phenomenon"
Dr Sarah Duffy: Western Sydney University
2:00pm “Fathering Identities and Men’s Engagement with Flexible Working Arrangements”
Dr Alina Ewald: Western Sydney University
2:25pm Panel Discussion: Addressing the Unmet Needs of Parents using an Intersectional Approach
Panelists: Ashley Scott, Associate Professor Karen Mattock, Professor Susan Hespos, Dr Nicole Traynor, Anita Gardner, Stephanie Le, Dr Sarah Duffy, Dr Alina Ewald and Blake Woodward (Founder of Dads&)
Panel Chair: Associate Professor Emilee Gilbert
2:55pm Thank you and close
For further information on speakers, please view the attached flyer.
Registration is free but limited to 80 so please book in fast via the link or QR code below:
https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/western/it-takes-a-village-equity-diversity-and-inclusion-in-parenting
Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +1000
Jul 31

Crowdfunding your impact project
Crowdfunding is a popular way to launch or grow a social enterprise or non-profit, raise funds for a cause or an impact project, or to fuel a grassroots movement.

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates

Crowdfunding is a popular way to launch or grow a social enterprise or non-profit, raise funds for a cause or an impact project, or to fuel a grassroots movement.
Western Sydney University has once again partnered with Campus Plus to provide a series of weekly researcher development webinars. These webinars are free to access and suitable for researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates.
The webinars are delivered via Zoom.
Attending this webinar will ensure you and your project have the best chance of success by knowing the formula for success and avoiding common mistakes. We will cover common misunderstandings, what those who successfully raise funds are doing right and how to think through the best crowdfunding model, goals and outreach strategy for your project or enterprise.
To REGISTER, simply enter your details, using your University email address HERE.

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 1

PD+: How to be Defence ready?
Defence are a major contributor to Research and Development funding in Australia.

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

Researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates.

Defence are a major contributor to Research and Development funding in Australia.
Western Sydney University has once again partnered with Campus Plus to provide a series of weekly researcher development webinars. These webinars are free to access and suitable for researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates.
The webinars are delivered via Zoom.
Defence are a major contributor to R&D funding in Australia. This webinar will explore ways in which you can become 'defence ready' - how you can position your research and capabilities to be relevant and useful for the defence industry.
You will gain an appreciation of the broader context around defence and national security, how to align research capabilities and outputs with defence strategic priorities and how to adapt your approach to defense research and engagement. The defence domain may seem complex, but for researchers who are willing to engage, defence-related research can be highly impactful.
To REGISTER, simply enter your details, using your University email address HERE.

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 2

Writing & Society Research Centre Hybrid Seminar Series 2024
Anne Jamison on Gender and Colonialism in Irish Women’s Writing: Revising Fairy Tale and Folklore in Nineteenth-century Ireland

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Anne Jamison on Gender and Colonialism in Irish Women’s Writing: Revising Fairy Tale and Folklore in Nineteenth-century Ireland
The Writing and Society Research Centre seminar series, continues in 2024 in a hybrid format.
Revising Fairy Tale and Folklore in Nineteenth-century Ireland
From the Big Bad Wolf in County Kerry to the Little Mermaid in the depths of Lough Neah, Ireland’s nineteenth-century women writers engaged in oft-times playful and humorous revisions of European fairy tales and folklore, but which also – and more soberly – interrogated the morals and politics of the Victorian fairy tale within Irish socio-cultural disquiet. While fairy tale literature has long been recognised in Victorian culture as a site of literary production that reflected broader adult anxieties and social concerns, nineteenth-century Irish women writers of the genre have been little considered within these contexts. This critical framework provides the impetus for a new book project that explores nineteenth-century Irish women’s fairy tale and fantasy literature as a vehicle for the socialisation of children within, and often against, British colonialism in Ireland, and the emergence of an independent Irish state. It is especially interested in how this writing upturned the conventional gendered boundaries of the genre, as well as the positioning of Irish girls within narratives of both British Empire politics, and Irish cultural nationalism. In this seminar, Anne Jamison presents these ideas through a critical reading of Rosa Mulholland’s “The Girl From Under the Lake” (1881), a revision of Hans Christian Andersen’s “Den lille havfrue [The Little Mermaid]” (1837). Transposing Andersen’s tale of female love and self-sacrifice to the shores of Ireland, this paper contends that Mulholland’s fairy tale becomes a site of challenge to both colonial rule in Ireland, and the gendered conventions that condemn Andersen’s original female protagonist to her tragic fate.
Our seminars are free and all are welcome to join. If you want to come along to one of our seminars simply RSVP to s.gapps@westernsydney.edu.au for in person attendance, or register via the web page below for online attendance.

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +1000
Aug 2

Systematic & Complex Reviews: An overview (Part 1)
This presentation is one of a two-part series in complex review training.

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

HDR candidates and staff new to systematic reviews
This presentation is one of a two-part series in complex review training.
This session will cover:
- An overview of the different review types and their purpose
- De-mystifying systematic reviews
- What ingredients make a good complex review
- Protocols and Inclusion | Exclusion criteria
Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien
Fri, 02 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 7

PD+Health: Fireside chat with Ben Wright
Join us for an in-depth chat about raising capital and building startups with Ben Wright, Med Tech Industry Innovation Lead at Western Sydney University.

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

Researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates

Join us for an in-depth chat about raising capital and building startups with Ben Wright, Med Tech Industry Innovation Lead at Western Sydney University.
Western Sydney University has once again partnered with Campus Plus to provide a series of weekly researcher development webinars. These webinars are free to access and suitable for researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates.
The webinars are delivered via Zoom.
Have you ever wanted a peak inside the tent to find out what it really takes to raise capital and build a start up company in the medical innovation space?
Ben has built his career in venture capital and medical device companies. He has worked with and mentored researchers and entrepreneurs like you. Now he is CEO and cofounder of Mimetic which promises to provide a radically different and alternative commercialisation pathway to the industry, giving more clinical innovators like you the ability to participate in medical technology innovation.
You may also know Ben as Western Sydney University's MedTech Industry Innovation Lead fostering relationships between the University and industry.
To REGISTER, simply enter your details, using your University email address HERE.

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 10

Castle Hill Science Day
Join us for free science fun for all ages at Powerhouse Castle Hill, exploring space transmission with access to the Powerhouse Collection.

Conferences and seminars; Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions; Social events

Everyone

Join us for free science fun for all ages at Powerhouse Castle Hill, exploring space transmission with access to the Powerhouse Collection.
Join us for free science fun for all ages at Powerhouse Castle Hill, exploring space transmission with access to the Powerhouse Collection and artist-led workshops. Hands-on science fun for all ages at Powerhouse Castle Hill.
PROGRAM
Sky Broadcasts10am–3.30pm
Create messages to send to space with artist Lauren Brincat.
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Star Emissions10am–3.30pm
Create star maps in this workshop led by artist Michaela Gleave. Interpret the sky using telescopes from Sydney Observatory.
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Signs of Life10am–12.30pm
Learn about the search for life on Mars with Australian Centre for Field Robotics.
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Sky Stories
10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm and 2pm
Join us for story time, including readings of Stellarphant by James Foley and Here We Are by Oliver Jeffers.
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Collection Highlights Tour11am, 1pm and 3pm
Explore the museum in this tour and hear about the objects on display.
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Collection Storage Tour
10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm
Explore the newest collection storage facility in this family-friendly interactive tour.
ARTISTS
Lauren Brincat is an artist working with performance, video, installation and sculpture. Brincat’s work probes historical failures of language, integrating local communities while exploring non-verbal modes of expression.
Michaela Gleave is an artist who explores the intersections of science, art and the natural world. Gleave’s work incorporates astronomy, light and ephemeral phenomena, challenging perceptions of time and space.
More info here- Powerhouse Museum - Castle Hill Science Day

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +1000
Aug 10

Parramatta Family Science Day
A full day of free hands-on science fun for all ages. Presented by Powerhouse Parramatta and City of Parramatta.

academic events; Conferences and seminars; Exhibitions and performances; Information sessions; Social events; Training and skill upgrade

Everyone

A full day of free hands-on science fun for all ages. Presented by Powerhouse Parramatta and City of Parramatta.
A full day of free hands-on science fun for all ages. Presented by Powerhouse Parramatta and City of Parramatta. The day includes Meet a Scientist opportunities, and live demonstrations from Western Sydney University students, engineers and researchers on their work on cognitive neuroscience, AI, and space technology.
PROGRAMS – BOOKINGS REQUIRED
Katherine Bennell-Pegg In-Conversation
10am
Parramatta Town Hall
In high school when asked to write down three different career options, Katherine only wrote one – astronaut – and refused to add any others. Learn about Katherine’s journey to become the first Australian to qualify as an astronaut and her role as Director, Space Technology at the Australian Space Agency.
Book
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Meet a Scientist
10am‒3pm
PHIVE, Parramatta
Join a round table discussion on astronomy, robotics and engineering with leading Australian scientists from Western Sydney University and University of Technology Sydney.
Sold out
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My Little Universe
10.15am, 11.15am, 12.45pm, 1.45pm, 2.45pm
PHIVE, Parramatta
Join the team from Story Factory to explore traditional forms of poetry and observation and create a new piece of writing that captures the universe.
Sold out
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Minecraft Moon Travel
10am, 11am, 12.15pm, 1.10pm, 2.10pm
PHIVE, Parramatta
Discover the challenges of building in a low gravity environment while experimenting with various techniques in Minecraft.
Sold out
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mBot Coding
10.45am, 11.45am, 1.20pm, 2.20pm
PHIVE, Parramatta
Introduction to coding a robot using an mBot.
Sold out
PROGRAM
Western Sydney University Demonstration
10am–3pm
Parramatta Square
Live demonstrations from Western Sydney University students, engineers and researchers on their work on cognitive neuroscience, AI and space technology.
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UTS Demonstration
10am–3pm
Parramatta Square
See a live robotics demonstration facilitated by students and engineers from the UTS Robotics Institute.
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Sky Mapping
11.30am‒3pm
Parramatta Town Hall
In this hands-on workshop construct a star clock to understand and map the celestial sky.
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Space Sounds
10.30am‒3pm
Parramatta Town Hall
Throughout the centuries, artists and scientists have captured and envisioned the sounds of space. Imagine floating through space in this cosmic soundscape.
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Reimagine Aircraft Design
10am–3pm
PHIVE, Parramatta
Reimagine aircraft design using modular origami design.

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +1000
Aug 10

The Koalas - Film Screening
Hawkesbury Environment Network and Western Sydney University's Sustainability and Education Partnerships team presents 'The Koalas' film screening and Q&A session.

academic events; Social events

Staff, students and the community

Hawkesbury Environment Network and Western Sydney University's Sustainability and Education Partnerships team presents 'The Koalas' film screening and Q&A session.
Hawkesbury Environment Network and Western Sydney University's Sustainability and Education Partnerships team present The Koalas film screening and Q&A on Saturday 10 August at 4pm.
After the film we will have the opportunity to discuss what is happening with the koala population in the Hawkesbury and surrounds and how we can help protect and support them.
There will be local speakers and plenty of time for questions and discussion. There will also be information stalls at the event of local groups that work to protect koalas. So if you want to find out what is happening and what you can do to help, come along!
Tickets range from $5 - $15 and seats are limited.

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 16:00:00 +1000
Aug 15

PD+: How to write a Business Case
How do you create a compelling business case which makes it impossible to say 'no' to?

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

How do you create a compelling business case which makes it impossible to say 'no' to?
Western Sydney University has once again partnered with Campus Plus to provide a series of weekly researcher development webinars. These webinars are free to access and suitable for researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates.
The webinars are delivered via Zoom.
In this webinar, participants will learn how to develop a persuasive business case that targets the needs of the audience and gets the outcome they are seeking. From engagement and pre-work, through to navigating bureaucracy and common mistakes, we'll cover the full business case process. Whether you are a researcher interested in commercialisation or looking to be more successful inside your institution or the outside world, this webinar will prepare you to produce a quality and winning business case.
To REGISTER, simply enter your details, using your University email address HERE.

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 16

Intersect Online Training: Data Capture and Surveys with REDCap
This course will introduce you to REDCap, a rapidly evolving web tool developed by researchers for researchers.

Training and skill upgrade
This course will introduce you to REDCap, a rapidly evolving web tool developed by researchers for researchers.
Note:
In order to participate in this course, you must be able to access a REDCap instance. Please confirm that you can sign in to your University's REDCap instance before registering for this course. For Western Sydney University researchers, please follow this guide to create a REDCap account.
Why do this course?
Would you like to enable secure and reliable data collection forms and manage online surveys? Would your study benefit from web-based data entry? Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) might be for you.
This course will introduce you to REDCap, a rapidly evolving web tool developed by researchers for researchers. REDCap features a high level of security, and a high degree of customisability for your forms and advanced user access control. It also features free, unlimited survey distribution functionality and a sophisticated export module with support for all standard statistical programs.
You'll learn:
- Get started with REDCap
- Create and set up projects
- Design forms and surveys using the online designer
- Learn how to use branching logic, piping, and calculations
- Enter data via forms and distribute surveys
- Create, view and export data reports
- Add collaborators and set their privileges
Prerequisites:
The course has no prerequisites.
Fri, 16 Aug 2024 09:30:00 +1000
Aug 16

Systematic & Complex Reviews: The nuts & bolts of structured searching (Part 2)
This is part 2 of a two part training series in systematic and complex reviews

Information sessions; Training and skill upgrade

HDR candidates and staff new to systematic reviews
This is part 2 of a two part training series in systematic and complex reviews
Do you know how to do 'Gold Standard' searching for complex reviews? Do you know how to apply a systematic and structured search? Then, this session is for you!
This session covers:
- Steps to undertaking a complex review
- Using a framework to develop or deconstruct a research question
- Organising concepts and associated synonyms to a concept table
- Adding searching tips and applying Boolean
- Demonstration of applying a complex search string in a subject-specific database
Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien
Fri, 16 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 21

PD+ HASS: How to commercialise your social science research.
Are you interested in how commercialisation could create real-world impact from your research?

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

Researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates

Are you interested in how commercialisation could create real-world impact from your research?
Western Sydney University has once again partnered with Campus Plus to provide a series of weekly researcher development webinars. These webinars are free to access and suitable for researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates.
The webinars are delivered via Zoom.
Join us for this in-depth webinar that will explore why you might want to commercialise your ideas and how your purpose should shape the commercialisation approach you take.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the different approaches and options, some of the translation challenges for social science researchers and an appreciation for the key steps in the commercialisation lifecycle. Register today and find out how you can realise research impact.
To REGISTER, simply enter your details, using your University email address HERE.

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 22

PD+: How to increase the impact from your humanities and social science research
Learn why commercialisation is a valid tool for amplifying the impact of Humanities and Social Sciences research, and how the traditional approach can be modified for effective commercialisation.

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

Learn why commercialisation is a valid tool for amplifying the impact of Humanities and Social Sciences research, and how the traditional approach can be modified for effective commercialisation.
The University has once again partnered with Campus Plus to provide a series of weekly researcher development webinars. These webinars are free to access and suitable for researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates.
The webinars are delivered via Zoom.
In this webinar, participants will learn why commercialisation is a valid tool for amplifying the impact of HASS (Humanities and Social Sciences) research, and how the traditional approach can be modified for effective commercialisation. This webinar will reference the Basic Principles of IP webinar, which was held earlier this year and will discuss what IP might look like for HASS innovations. With examples and case studies, participants will receive a broad overview of considerations when commercialising HASS projects.
To REGISTER, simply enter your details, using your University email address HERE.

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 23

Intersect Online Training: Introduction to Research Data Management at Western Sydney
This workshop is ideal for researchers who want to know how to create a research data management plan.

Training and skill upgrade
This workshop is ideal for researchers who want to know how to create a research data management plan.
As a Western Sydney University researcher or HDR Candidate, is important to understand your responsibilities around the management of your research data.
Western’s Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) prior to starting research at the University.
A RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.
In this workshop you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:
- How to access and submit an RDMP on ResearchDirect
- How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
- Research data storage options at WSU
- The importance of update and review of your RDMP
- The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
- How to access support with research data management planning
- Co-presented by: Library, Intersect
Please reserve a spot via the link below.
Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +1000
Aug 23

Thesis writing for EALD students
Join Dr Lisa Worthington to discuss thesis writing for students who speak English as an additional language or dialect.

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

PhD candidates
Join Dr Lisa Worthington to discuss thesis writing for students who speak English as an additional language or dialect.
Presentation overview:
- What constitutes good academic writing in English.
- Tips for writing good academic sentences.
- How to write cohesive academic paragraphs.
- As well as writing about the ideas of others, using evidence, and referencing.
Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien
**This presentation is best suited for PhD candidates**
Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 28

ProQuest tips and tricks: Advanced searching session
Join Lola Park, ProQuest Senior Customer Success Manager, as she presents on advanced database searching in ProQuest.

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

HDR, Academic and Research staff, Western Sydney University staff

Join Lola Park, ProQuest Senior Customer Success Manager, as she presents on advanced database searching in ProQuest.
Join Lola Park, ProQuest Senior Customer Success Manager, as she presents on advanced database searching in ProQuest.
Presentation overview:
*          Advanced Search Tips: Combining Filters
*          Specific Advanced Search Filters for Databases
*          Overview of Thesauri Available
*          ProQuest Thesaurus
*          MeSH 2023 Thesaurus
*          Combining ProQuest & MeSH Thesauri for comprehensive search
Enquiries: Maureen O'Brien

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 28

How and when to engage with Industry - setting up for success
Do you want to generate income from your research, unlock new funding opportunities, and ultimately see your research benefiting patients? Engaging with industry can help you achieve this.

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

Do you want to generate income from your research, unlock new funding opportunities, and ultimately see your research benefiting patients? Engaging with industry can help you achieve this.
Western Sydney University has once again partnered with Campus Plus to provide a series of weekly researcher development webinars. These webinars are free to access and suitable for researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates.
The webinars are delivered via Zoom.
Dr Elane Zelcer has 25 years experience of accelerating commercialisation and will take you through the key steps to successful industry engagement: proper preparation; how to leverage networks to find partners; the different deal types that may be on the table; and how to prepare for due-diligence and negotiations.
We will also go further - Beyond the Deal - and show you how to create sustained success and open up new opportunities for your research.
To REGISTER, simply enter your details, using your University email address HERE.

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Aug 29

Intersect Online Training: Introduction to Machine Learning using R: Introduction and Linear Regression
Live coding workshop introducing the fundamentals of Machine Learning and provide a comprehensive introduction to Linear Regression and Model Training using R.

Training and skill upgrade
Live coding workshop introducing the fundamentals of Machine Learning and provide a comprehensive introduction to Linear Regression and Model Training using R.
Important:
This course takes place over multi-sessions. The dates and times are as follows:
- Session 1: Thursday, August 29 from 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM AEST
- Session 2: Friday, August 30 from 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM AEST
Machine Learning (ML) is a new way to program computers to solve real world problems. It has gained popularity over the last few years by achieving tremendous success in tasks that we believed only humans could solve, from recognising images to self-driving cars. In this course, we will explore the fundamentals of Machine Learning from a practical perspective with the help of the R programming language and its scientific computing packages.
Understand the difference between supervised and unsupervised Machine Learning.
Understand the fundamentals of Machine Learning.
Comprehensive introduction to Machine Learning models and techniques such as Linear Regression and Model Training.
Understand the Machine Learning modelling workflows.
Use R and and its relevant packages to process real datasets, train and apply Machine Learning models
Prerequisites:
- Either https://intersect.org.au/training/course/r101/">Learn to Program: R and https://intersect.org.au/training/course/r201/">Data Manipulation in R or https://intersect.org.au/training/course/r101/">Learn to Program: R and https://intersect.org.au/training/course/r203/">Data Manipulation and Visualisation in Rneeded to attend this course. If you already have experience with programming, please check the topics covered in courses above to ensure that you are familiar with the knowledge needed for this course, such as good understanding of R syntax and basic programming concepts and familiarity with dplyr, tidyr and ggplot2 packages.
- Maths knowledge is not required. There are only a few Math formula that you are going to see in this course, however references to Mathematics required for learning about Machine Learning will be provided. Having an understanding of the Mathematics behind each Machine Learning algorithms is going to make you appreciate the behaviour of the model and know its pros/cons when using them.
Thu, 29 Aug 2024 09:30:00 +1000
Aug 30

“Teasing-Eve”: Sexual Harassment of Women in Dhaka city, Bangladesh in the Era of Rape Culture, Misogyny and Slacktivism
Western Sydney University researcher Dr Arunima Kishore Das is lifting the lid on women’s experiences of sexual harassment on public transport in Bangladesh.

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General

Western Sydney University researcher Dr Arunima Kishore Das is lifting the lid on women’s experiences of sexual harassment on public transport in Bangladesh.
"Teasing Eve" is a term used in South Asia that refers to the sexual harassment or assault of women. Over 90% of women who use public transport in Dhaka, Bangladesh, have experienced some form of sexual harassment during their commute. Despite this alarming figure, few studies have explored women’s experiences of sexual harassment, the effectiveness of NGO initiatives, and how women are taking action. At Western Sydney University's School of Humanities and Communication Arts, Dr Arunima Kishore Das is trying to change that.
By combining qualitative surveys and social media analysis, Dr Das, an Associate Lecturer at Western Sydney University, investigated women’s experiences of sexual harassment on public transport, their views on women’s rights and gender relations, and how they use social media to raise awareness.
"NGOs tend to portray women in Bangladesh as passive victims," says Das. "But many are using social media campaigns to try and change their situation. This isn’t being acknowledged."
Arunima Kishore Das joined the School of Humanities and Communication Arts as an Associate Lecturer in Culture and Society in April 2023 after completing her PhD in the same discipline. Her PhD project primarily documented the sexual harassment (SH) of women by critically examining women commuters’ SH narratives, NGO interventions and women activists’ contemporary autonomous digital media initiatives to address sexual harassment on public buses in the city of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Before commencing her PhD, Arunima completed a Master’s degree in Women's and Gender Studies. Her teaching and research interests include critical theorization of race, racism and multiculturalism, gendered space, migration, masculinities, gender-based violence, feminism and digital media campaigns.
Western Sydney University has been named number one in the world in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings, topping the world's leading university sustainability ranking for an unprecedented three years in a row. This is the only global performance measure that assesses universities against the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The event series aims to celebrate and promote this #1 ranking, complementing work being undertaken across the University as part of its Sustainability and Resilience Decadal Strategy 2030 .

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Sep 5

PD+: Piggybacking on existing IP - with case studies
Does your idea enhance, amplify or piggy-back off existing IP? Learn how to build on the shoulders of giants by leveraging exisiting IP resources to grow impactful research.

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

Researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates

Does your idea enhance, amplify or piggy-back off existing IP? Learn how to build on the shoulders of giants by leveraging exisiting IP resources to grow impactful research.
Western Sydney University has once again partnered with Campus Plus to provide a series of weekly researcher development webinars. These webinars are free to access and suitable for researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates.
The webinars are delivered via Zoom.
In this webinar, participants will learn how to build on the shoulders of giants by leveraging exisiting IP resources to grow impactful research. This session will build on concepts introduced in Basics of IP, which was held earlier this year, and introduced concepts
such as patents and FTO. Participants will be guided through searching databases and effectively identifying opportunities, with a range of commercialisation case studies.
To REGISTER, simply enter your details, using your University email address HERE.

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Sep 9

SUR SUR Southern Knowledges: Education, Sustainability and Social Change international symposium
A symposium to discuss and share knowledge on issues of sustainability, education, indigenous knowledges and social change.

Conferences and seminars

academics, educators, researchers and students

A symposium to discuss and share knowledge on issues of sustainability, education, indigenous knowledges and social change.
Join us for Dialogos Sur Sur Southern Knowledges Symposium: Education, Sustainability and Social Change 2024.
Dates: 9 - 11 September 2024
Time: 9am - 4pm each day
This collaborative conversation transcends geographic boundaries, offering a critical perspective on social, cultural, and political phenomena. Hosted by the School of Education at Western Sydney University, the symposium aims to foster a transdisciplinary learning community that enhances ethical, civic and educational awareness.
Mark your calendars now for an enriching dialogue on justice, activism and political action as we work together towards a more sustainable equitable future.
Visit the web page below to register or for more information.

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +1000
Sep 10

ENABLING ABILITY: Connecting Disability Research, Education and Services in Greater Western Sydney Conference
ENABLING ABILITY: Connecting Disability Research, Education and Services in Greater Western Sydney Conference.

academic events; Conferences and seminars

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ENABLING ABILITY: Connecting Disability Research, Education and Services in Greater Western Sydney Conference.
You are invited to attend the ENABLING ABILITY: Connecting Disability Research, Education and Services in Greater Western Sydney Conference.
(Free parking available at Bankstown Centro)
People with disability are valued contributing members of our society, though can need supports or adjustments to remove barriers, shift attitudes and enable contribution. WSU School of Psychology is pleased to host this mini conference aiming to connect disability researchers, educators, services providers and people and students with disability who have connection to the Greater Western Sydney area and an interest in enabling ability. We aim to foster connections and create conversations around;
Groundbreaking disability research
Positive education, particularly that builds capacity of the disability workforce and capable, strengths focused healthcare and allied health practitioners
Innovations in service provision
Lived experience insights to drive research, education and services design.
Keep an eye out for a call for abstracts coming soon.
Please join us in conversation, alongside confirmed keynotes:
- Emeritus Professor Ron McCallum AO
  University of Sydney Disability, Lived Experience And Reasonable Adjustments
- Professor Danielle Tracey
  Professor in Educational and Developmental Psychology, Disability Studies, and Evaluation, Western Sydney University A call to action for Greater Western Sydney – Leading Disability Research and Workforce Development: A Western Sydney Collaboration
- Associate Professor Lise Mogensen
  Associate Professor in Medical Education, Research and Evaluation, School of Medicine, Western Sydney University Disability Studies in Medical Education
- Terri Mears
  Manager, Disability Service, Western Sydney University Reasonable Adjustments in Higher Education and at Work
- Kylie Scott
  Including a presentation from the Valued Contribution Project inclusive of the amazing Kylie Scott from https://www.kyliedownsbarriers.com.au/
Please register via the web page below.
Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:30:00 +1000
Sep 12

PD+: Understanding Contracts
Are contracts just a necessry evil or can you use them to drive research outcomes? Know your obligations and why contracts are a valuable tool in your work.

Training and skill upgrade; Online Events

Researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates

Are contracts just a necessry evil or can you use them to drive research outcomes? Know your obligations and why contracts are a valuable tool in your work.
Western Sydney University has once again partnered with Campus Plus to provide a series of weekly researcher development webinars. These webinars are free to access and suitable for researchers, professional staff and HDR candidates.
The webinars are delivered via Zoom.
This is a webinar which is relevant for a wide range of participants, from those on a commercialisation journey to researchers engaging in contract research. Participants will understand the importance of contracts to the development of their commercialisation journey, including when and how to use them, common mistakes and pitfalls, and how to get the right advice. Know your obligations and why contracts are a valuable tool in your work.
To REGISTER, simply enter your details, using your University email address HERE.

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +1000
Sep 20

Intersect Online Training: Introduction to Research Data Management at Western Sydney
This workshop is ideal for researchers who want to know how to create a research data management plan.

Training and skill upgrade
This workshop is ideal for researchers who want to know how to create a research data management plan.
As a Western Sydney University researcher or HDR Candidate, is important to understand your responsibilities around the management of your research data.
Western's Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) prior to starting research at the University.
A RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.
In this workshop you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:
- How to access and submit an RDMP on ResearchDirect
- How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
- Research data storage options at WSU
- The importance of update and review of your RDMP
- The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
- How to access support with research data management planning
Co-presented by: Library, Intersect
Please reserve a spot via the link below.
Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +1000
Oct 18

Intersect Online Training: Introduction to Research Data Management at Western Sydney
This workshop is ideal for researchers who want to know how to create a research data management plan.

Training and skill upgrade
This workshop is ideal for researchers who want to know how to create a research data management plan.
As a Western Sydney University researcher or HDR Candidate, is important to understand your responsibilities around the management of your research data.
Western’s Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) prior to starting research at the University.
A RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.
In this workshop you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:
- How to access and submit an RDMP on ResearchDirect
- How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
- Research data storage options at WSU
- The importance of update and review of your RDMP
- The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
- How to access support with research data management planning
Co-presented by: Library, Intersect
Please reserve a spot via the link below.
Fri, 18 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +1100
Nov 11

National symposium on Australian Traditional Medicine
The symposium will showcase the development and achievements in Australian traditional medicine, discuss the current issues and foster collaborations.

Conferences and seminars

The symposium will showcase the development and achievements in Australian traditional medicine, discuss the current issues and foster collaborations.
You are invited to the inaugural National Symposium on Australian Traditional Medicine hosted by NICM HRI Western Sydney University in collaboration with Australian National University. The symposium will gather First Peoples of Australia, policy makers, regulators, academics and researchers aiming to showcase the development and achievements in Australian traditional medicine, discuss the current issues and challenges, and foster strong partnerships and collaborations.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the Traditional Owners of Country now known as Australia. Indigenous Peoples of this continent are a diverse people, making up over 250 different language groups, each with their own unique cultures, languages and practices. Accordingly, the medicines used by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are unique and recognised as the oldest continuing Indigenous culture in the world, holding significant Indigenous values in biodiversity and landscapes across Country.
Respectfully, no one term has been agreed upon by Indigenous Peoples themselves and their respective language groups. The focus of the National Symposium will defer to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander traditional medicines, so we respectfully use the term “Australian Traditional Medicine” to represent these medicines as a whole. We acknowledge that the following terms are also used, along with many others: Indigenous Traditional Medicines, First Nations Traditional Medicines, Bush Medicines, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Traditional Medicines, Indigenous Cultural Medicines and Aboriginal Cultural Medicines.
Theme: Preclinical and clinical research; IP, ICIP, Indigenous governance and ethics; regulation and commercialisation pathways.

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +1100
Nov 22

Intersect Online Training: Introduction to Research Data Management at Western Sydney
This workshop is ideal for researchers who want to know how to create a research data management plan.

Training and skill upgrade
This workshop is ideal for researchers who want to know how to create a research data management plan.
As a Western Sydney University researcher or HDR Candidate, is important to understand your responsibilities around the management of your research data.
Western’s Research Data Management Policy requires all researchers and HDR candidates to develop a Research Data Management Plan (RDMP) prior to starting research at the University.
A RDMP will help you think proactively about your project and the data that will be produced, including how it will be collected, organised, managed, stored, preserved, shared and possibly published during and after your research project.
In this workshop you will learn more about the process of creating a comprehensive RDMP, including:
- How to access and submit an RDMP on ResearchDirect
- How to manage your research data according to legal, statutory, ethical, funding body and university requirements.
- Research data storage options at WSU
- The importance of update and review of your RDMP
- The benefits of publication and re-usability of research data
- How to access support with research data management planning
Co-presented by: Library, Intersect
Please reserve a spot via the link below.
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +1100

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