This workshop will provide an overview of what a patent is and how to use freely accessible patent databases to conduct research on both current and historical patents. The workshop is geared towards a general audience and will include handouts and an opportunity to practice searching a patent database. Please register online to reserve your […]
Research data has value long after you publish an article. Where can you store your data to comply with funder requirements? How can you share it with future collaborators, or store sensitive data securely? Cloud data storage, a vital component of research data management, will help you meet these needs. At this workshop, learn about […]
Presented by Fogler Library and Wheatland Geospatial Programs, "Hierarchical Modeling and Analysis of Spatial-Temporal Data in R " will explore recent advancements in hierarchical random effects models using Markov chain Monte Carlo methods with application and examples for statistical ecology. The focus is on linear and generalized linear modeling frameworks that accommodate spatial and temporal associations. […]
The Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR) is a data archive of which the University of Maine is a member. Most people know ICPSR for its Summer Program classes or because they used data from the catalog for a long-ago research project. ICPSR is those things, and much more! Join us to find […]
Fogler Library will host a workshop on R, a widely used language and environment for managing, graphing, and analyzing data of all forms (e.g., spatial, quantitative, and qualitative). This introductory workshop is presented in collaboration with UMaine’s Advanced Computing Group. We recommend bringing fully charged laptops, with R (http://www.cran.r-project.org) and RStudio (https://www.rstudio.com) already installed. Laptops […]
Will going abroad open a new chapter in your life? A conversation with Student Explorers and Study Abroad Advisors Listen to your fellow students share how international experience enriched their personal, academic, and career pursuits. UMaine study abroad advisors will discuss where the meaning of study abroad comes from, and the Major Scholarships Coordinator will share […]
The Office of Research Development and Fogler Library are sponsoring "Grants 101: Seeking, Analyzing, and Writing Basics" throughout 2018-2019. At the workshop, participants will: search for grants in PIVOT analyze an agency's Request for Proposals learn grant writing basics Upcoming workshop dates: Tuesday, October 9th, 2018, 10am-12pm. RSVP here; space is limited. Friday, November 16, 2018, 9am-11am RSVP here; space […]
The Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC) at the University of Maine in Orono is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. As part of the celebration, we invite you to join us for a one-day conference featuring a range of informational sessions about patents and trademarks geared toward inventors, entrepreneurs, educators, students and legal professionals. Topics covered […]
Python is one of the most versatile, powerful, and popular programming languages in the world. Thousands of businesses — including Google, YouTube, and Dropbox — have used Python in real-world applications. From web development to data visualization, learning Python will give you an in-demand skill that you can put to immediate use. This workshop is […]
Learn from students who are pursuing their idea and making it a reality. Join us for a conversation with student inventors and entrepreneurs. Listen to your fellow students share their experiences going from idea to business—from inspiration to reality. Students will talk about balancing school and business pursuits along with their process from taking their […]
