Need a Qualitative or Quantitative Methodology course over summer?

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Australian Consortium for Social and Political Research Inc. (ACSPRI)

2025 Summer Program.
Are you looking for a practical, applied course to help you with your PhD, research project, or in a new role? You may be able to use your research operating funds to attend.

ACSPRI courses are taught live, with professional experienced instructors, in a small group capped at 12 people. We provide you with course notes and a chance to network with your peers, other researchers and professionals.

Our 2025 Summer Program of courses are listed below, with both online and in-person offerings at the University of Melbourne.

Enrol early to take advantage of the early-bird discount. This discount is particularly significant for full-time students.

If you would like to contact us about our courses, survey services, or our upcoming Social Science Methodology Conference, please contact us at info@acspri.org.au or call on 03 8376 6496. Read more

Seeing like a researcher: Masterclass series

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Seeing Like a Researcher is a masterclass series led by Professor Mark Evans. The Series highlights the experience, skills, wisdom and advice of Charles Sturt’s research leaders on themes relating to research innovation and professional skills for research.

Masterclass 1: How I write – a conversation by Distinguished Professor Stan Grant. This session will explore the principles, pleasures, pains, and poetry of all types of academic writing. The conversation will primarily focus on working practices such as where, when, and how Stan writes, generates ideas, overcomes barriers and copes with distractions. 16/10/24

Masterclass 2: Evidence based medical and health research using big data, meta-analysis and systematic review approach – by Distinguished Professor Jing Sun. This session will provide master level skill development in big data and meta-analysis/systematic review. 23/10/24

Masterclass 3: Constructing a competitive ARC Discovery Grant Application: negotiating the new EoI system by Professor Alan Cooper. This session will brief researchers on the new ARC DP EOI application, and how to get through the initial screening round. To provide a state-of-the-art guide to crafting a successful ARC Discovery Project EOI and proposal. 30/10/24

See more great Masterclass topics and register for the 10 x weekly lunchtime sessions on Wednesdays from 16 Oct until 18 Dec via the Researcher Development calendar.

Qualtrics coming soon!

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We are pleased to announce that Charles Sturt University is transitioning to Qualtrics as the preferred survey tool for researchers by end 2024.
Staff and HDR candidates will be able to register for a new account and access Qualtrics using single-sign-on to create online surveys for research purposes.
HDR candidates will be able to register for a new Qualtrics account with their supervisor’s approval using an online form, and then access their account using single-sign-on. Read more

Candidate news and achievements

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Welcome to new Graduate Research candidates joining us and congratulations to our current and graduating candidates on your achievements!

(Please note that this is based on reporting up to and including the 9th of this month. Candidate achievements recorded after that will appear in the next month’s GR News)

If you have news about awards, grants, publications or other achievements please let us know so we can share it.

New Candidates

We wish the following new candidates every success as they begin their research journey and look forward to hearing about their research and achievements along the way.

Faculty of Arts and Education

Damien Little

Thom Faleolo

Faculty of Science and Health

Tara McAndrew

Caroline Nabasenja

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AINSE 2024 Postgraduate Orientation Week – Online Event: 21–25 October 2024

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Connect with postgraduate students and researchers across Australia and New Zealand

2024 Orientation Week: Monday 21 – Friday 25 October 2024

Coinciding with the international celebrations of Nuclear Science Week in the third week of October, the annual AINSE (The Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering) Postgraduate Orientation Week welcomes new postgraduate scholars in the AINSE Pathway, PGRA and RSS programs, and provides all postgraduate students with the opportunity to establish enduring networks with like-minded colleagues across Australia and New Zealand.

AINSE meeting

The AINSE Postgraduate O’Week includes:

• Virtual tours of ANSTO research facilities, including the OPAL Multipurpose Reactor, Australian Synchrotron, Centre for Accelerator Science and Australian Centre for Neutron Scattering, Workshops, panel sessions and high profile guest speakers;
• Networking opportunities with ANSTO researchers and students from across Australia and New Zealand; and Insights into the application process for 2025 AINSE scholarships.

For further information and to apply, please visit the AINSE website: ainse.edu.au/o-week

Expressions of Interest close Monday 30th September.

Bite-sized AI Lessons To Make You Think (and Maybe Smile)

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AI conversations: Exploring the human-AI frontier

Imagine stepping onto the shores of an uncharted island. That’s precisely where we find ourselves in the realm of AI. There are no comprehensive maps or well-worn paths to follow. Instead, we’re all explorers in this new territory, and each interaction with AI is an opportunity for discovery.

The Library is stepping onto this frontier by launching a new series of quick AI lessons on our GenAI LibGuide.

These “AI conversations”:https://libguides.csu.edu.au/generativeAI/aiconversations are designed to get you thinking about how we interact with AI tools like Copilot.

What to expect:

  • Short, digestible lessons
  • A mix of practical tips and thought-provoking ideas
  • Some rough edges (just Carlo in his office!)

Topics include embracing AI creativity, the power of asking “why?”, and how to be a collaborative problem solver with AI.

This is very much a work in progress. Your feedback, ideas for new lessons, and experiences using these concepts are all incredibly welcome.

Check it out: AI conversations: Learning journey https://libguides.csu.edu.au/generativeAI/aiconversations

RU OK Day is on Thursday, 12th September.

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It’s a timely reminder of our shared responsibility to support each other and foster a safe and supportive environment for all our staff and students.

RUOK Day encourages us to check in with those around us, offering a simple yet powerful opportunity to make a difference.

At Charles Sturt, we are committed to your wellbeing, providing a range of holistic support options:

Mental health resources – a collection of self-help information and resources

Counselling and wellbeing services – including one-on-one confidential consultations Read more

Post-Graduate Student Association – join us now!

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New members are invited to join now before our Annual General Meeting
Who are we? The Post Graduate Student Association (PGSA) is an affiliated Student Representative Club established in 2021. We aim to provide a range of social and academic activities to help students connect and feel a sense of belonging and community. We also provide student representation on a range of university committees and boards and to the Council of Australian Postgraduate Associations. We are primarily focused on HDR students but welcome other post-grads and also Honours students.

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‘Gene therapy to suppress cancer tumours’ thesis a 3MT winner

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A science PhD candidate exploring protein gene therapy to suppress cancer tumours won the recent Charles Sturt University finals of the Three-Minute Thesis (3MT)© competition held at the University in Port Macquarie.

  • A medical science PhD research thesis has won the finals of the Three-Minute Thesis (3MT)© competition held at Charles Sturt University in Port Macquarie in August

A science PhD candidate exploring protein gene therapy to suppress cancer tumours won the recent Charles Sturt University finals of the Three-Minute Thesis (3MT)© competition held at the University in Port Macquarie.

Ms Sarah Esmaeili (pictured left), a PhD student in the Charles Sturt School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences in the Faculty of Science and Health, won the 3MT finals for her presentation ‘p53: A Target for Cancer Gene Therapy’.

The 3MT competition challenges university PhD students to present their research in just three minutes with a balance of technical depth and public accessibility while using only one projected PowerPoint graphic.

Winning the Charles Sturt 3MT finals means Ms Esmaeili will represent the University in the Asia-Pacific 3MT finals to be held online.

“Winning the Charles Sturt University 3MT competition is an incredible honour,” Ms Esmaeili said. “I’m thrilled to represent our University at the Asia-Pacific 3MT finals.

“I’m deeply passionate about my research and grateful for the opportunity to share it on a larger stage.”

Ms Esmaeili’s research thesis explores the ‘p53’ protein family, which includes p53, p63, and p73, which plays a pivotal role as transcription factors involved in regulating various cellular processes, particularly tumour suppression.

“My research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the nuclear – as in cell nucleus – import mechanisms of the p53 protein family, which could potentially pave the way for the development of novel therapeutic strategies targeting nuclear import,” she said.

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Register Now for the 2024 Faculty of Business, Justice and Behavioural Sciences HDR Conference

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2024 FOBJBS HDR Conference: 4 to 5 November 2024

Recognising the achievements and developing research capabilities of HDR students!

We extend a special invitation to all Higher Degree Research students and supervisors to join us at an exciting conference focused on HDR student achievements.

This conference is designed exclusively for you, providing a platform to explore the transformative landscape, connect with ground-breaking ideas, and shape your career toward a remarkable future. Engage with esteemed keynote speakers, collaborate with your peers and research support teams, and showcase your exceptional projects.

Together, let’s embark on an inspiring journey that celebrates the limitless potential of higher degree research in this ever-evolving world.

Registration Closes: Sunday, 20th October 2024     REGISTER HERE

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