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Intermediate Research Software Development with Python
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United Stateshttps://uw-madison-datascience.github.io/2025-03-24-uwmadison-intermedpython/Intermediate Research Software Development with Python aims to teach a core set of established, intermediate-level software development skills and best practices for working as part of a team in a research environment using Python as an example programming language (see detailed learning objectives). The core set of skills we teach is not a comprehensive set of all-encompassing skills, but a selective set of tried-and-tested collaborative development skills that forms a firm foundation for continuing on your learning journey.
Research Bazaar
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesData Science Research Bazaar: AI and ML in Research: Navigating Opportunities and Boundaries. Save the date for the the 6th annual Data Science Research Bazaar, March 19-20, 2025 at the Discovery Building. This year’s theme is AI and ML in Research: Navigating Opportunities and Boundaries. CONTACT: facilitator@datascience.wisc.edu URL: https://bazaar.datascience.wisc.edu/
Research Bazaar
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesData Science Research Bazaar: AI and ML in Research: Navigating Opportunities and Boundaries. Save the date for the the 6th annual Data Science Research Bazaar, March 19-20, 2025 at the Discovery Building. This year’s theme is AI and ML in Research: Navigating Opportunities and Boundaries. CONTACT: facilitator@datascience.wisc.edu URL: https://bazaar.datascience.wisc.edu/
SoundWaves: Developing Ideas, Part 3
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesExplore how trends, plans, viewpoints, projects, materials, and sounds develop. Where we are and where we might be headed in the future.What can archeology tell us about the development of our forebears? How can we develop better conditions for dairy animals? How do babies develop language? How do computer scientists develop operating systems? What is musical development, and how did Franz Schubert master it in the beautiful string quartet Death and the Maiden? Find out at SoundWaves’ third event in our Development series, with special guests the Pro Arte Quartet.Speakers:Sarah Clayton, anthropologyJennifer van Os, dairy scienceMike Swift, comp sciJenny Saffran, psychModerator: [...]
ML+Coffee
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesMachine Learning Community Event. CONTACT: endemann@wisc.edu
Crossroads of Ideas: Communicating through Creativity
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesExplore how art and science intersect as experts reveal creative ways to deepen our understanding of culture, justice, and science!Join us for Crossroads of Ideas: Communicating through Creativity, a dynamic fireside chat that explores the intersection of art and science in shaping perspectives and values. Featuring Nan Li, an expert in science communication who leverages art to inform and influence public opinion; Casey Fletcher, who focuses on culture, justice, and diversity through creative expression; and mural artist Sonya Sankaran, who bridges the gap by using art as a medium to illuminate scientific concepts. Together, they’ll dive into how creative approaches can [...]
SoundWaves: Developing Ideas, Part 2
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesExplore how trends, plans, viewpoints, projects, materials, and sounds develop. Where we are and where we might be headed in the future.How do babies develop language? How are new drugs developed? How did we go from no universe to the universe we know and love? And how does cancer develop in our bodies? How does a musician write a piece of music for himself to play? Find out as SoundWaves continues its yearlong exploration of Development: where are we now, how did we get here, and where might we go?SoundWaves combines scientific lectures about the world with live classical music performances. [...]
Crossroads of Ideas: Growing Without Gravity
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesCan plants thrive amid the zero-gravity chaos of space? Could the stars themselves hold the recipe for life? Join Crossroads to find out!Ready to leave Earthly bounds behind? Join us for an absolutely out-of-this-world Crossroads of Ideas, where astrobiology and astrochemistry come together in cosmic fashion! Plant biologist Dr. Simon Gilroy and astrochemist Dr. Susanna Widicus Weaver are your guides for an evening of star-studded discovery, diving into everything from the surprising resilience of plants in space to the chemistry that could hint at life beyond our planet. Moderated by Eric Wilcots, this event will tackle cosmic questions like: How do [...]
WID Symposium Public Expo
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United States
2024 WID Symposium
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesAnnual Symposium for Wisconsin Institute for Discovery resident working groups and affiliates. Portions open to the public.The WID 2024 Symposium, scheduled for November 13th at the Discovery Building, is a day-long event dedicated to the exploration of change in complex systems in digital and natural environments. This gathering serves as an opportunity for researchers at every career stage, to showcase their ongoing work, foster relationships, strengthen WID’s internal network, and promote collaboration in pursuit of our interdisciplinary research goals.The event will include breakfast, lightning talks, Wiley Award ceremony, lunch/workshop, poster session, music, and a celebratory reception to acknowledge our collective achievements. [...]
ML+Coffee
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesMachine Learning Community Event. CONTACT: endemann@wisc.edu
Indigenous Art: Reclaiming Space, Reclaiming Stories Opening Reception
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesJoin us for Native November Art Gallery Opening on Nov 1, 6:30-8 PM at Hub Central. Art, food, and music celebrating Indigenous voices!You're Invited: Native November Art Gallery OpeningJoin us on November 1, 2024, for a groundbreaking celebration at Hub Central, First Floor of the Discovery Building, from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.Meet the ArtistsEnjoy Food and Non-Alcoholic RefreshmentsFree Admission – RSVP EncouragedThis year, Native November kicks off with a public art gallery opening, featuring incredible student art, live music, and delicious food. Indigenous students across UW have created culturally informed art as part of their mental health and wellness journeys, and [...]
SoundWaves: Developing Ideas, Part 1
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesExplore how trends, plans, viewpoints, projects, materials, and sounds develop. Where we are and where we might be headed in the future.All year, SoundWaves will explore the concept of Development. In our first event, we ask: How did the development of monotheism affect human society? How do plants evolve, and how do we help them evolve? What is all this about AI? How does research and creativity give birth to a novel? And what does development mean in the context of music? Find out on October 18, at 7:30pm in the DeLuca Forum in the Discovery Building. This SoundWaves event is [...]
Crossroads of Ideas: Wisconsin’s Role in Shaping the Future of Agriculture
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesGlenda Gillaspy (UW-Madison College of Agriculture and Life Sciences) moderates a lively panel discussion.This engaging panel discussion will take a deeper look into the innovation and tradition of Wisconsin agriculture and the opportunities and challenges we face at the leading edge of sustainable systems. Moderated by Dr. Glenda Gillaspy, Dean of UW-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, and featuring researchers who are helping establish Wisconsin as the leader in agricultural advancement and innovation.Panelists:Dr. Julie Dawson - Professor in the UW-Madison Department of Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences and Extension Specialist for Regional Food Systems. Research and extension interests include plant breeding [...]
Weaving Tradition: Menominee Basketry and the Legacy of Ash
Discovery Building 330 North Orchard Street, Madison, WI, United StatesLearn time-honored techniques at a workshop on traditional Menominee basket weaving led by Sherri LaChapelle-Corn (Pitapanukiw).This hands-on experience delves into the cultural significance of basketry, highlighting its role in preserving Menominee heritage. Additionally, gain insight into the ecological challenges posed by the emerald ash borer insect, which threatens the very materials essential to this craft. Discover the importance of sustaining these practices and the efforts to protect and rejuvenate the resources vital to Menominee culture.Before and after the workshop, stop by the interactive gallery at the Discovery Building featuring intricate woven works of art created by workshop host Sherri LaChapelle-Corn (Pitapanukiw).REGISTRATION [...]
