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The Asia-Pacific 3MT Semi-Final showcase is now online!
The Asia-Pacific 3MT Semi-Final showcase is now online!
This year’s competition showcases the presentations and research of 56 outstanding competitors from universities from across Australia, New Zealand, Oceania, North-East Asia and South-East Asia including Charles Sturt’s Sarah Esmaeili.
The 2024 Asia-Pacific 3MT Semi-Final will showcase video submissions from 3MT finalists from across Australia, New Zealand, Oceania, North-East Asia and South-East Asia.
View the Semi-Final Showcase and watch Sarah here!
Over the next two weeks, two judging panels will review and select 8 finalists from the 56 competitors, to proceed to the 2024 Virtual Asia-Pacific 3MT Final which will be held via live stream, on Wednesday 30 October.
The 8 finalists competing at the Virtual Asia-Pacific 3MT Final will be revealed on the 3MT website on Monday 21 October.
Qualtrics now live!
Try Qualtrics Today!
Charles Sturt University is transitioning to Qualtrics as the preferred survey tool for researchers.
Qualtrics is the recommended tool for collecting and storing “highly sensitive” research surveys by the Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) at Charles Sturt University.
The advanced web-based survey platform enables researchers to:
- collaboratively create, distribute, collect, share, analyse and store complex (short or long term) research surveys and data.
- Design a (complex) research survey using a Charles Sturt University branded online template and a range of question types and display logic.
- Export survey data to different file formats: Word, PowerPoint, PDF, CSV, TSV, Excel, Google Drive sheet, XML and SPSS.
- Collaborate within and outside the University and with other Qualtrics users.
- And more.
Try Qualtrics today!
More info: https://research.csu.edu.au/research-support/data-methods-and-tools/tools
Need a Qualitative or Quantitative Methodology course over summer?
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
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!
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
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
AINSE 2024 Postgraduate Orientation Week – Online Event: 21–25 October 2024
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.
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)
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.
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