Classes
Lane's instructional program supports our clinical and bioresearch clientele with clear presentations on relevant topics. We welcome feedback on existing courses and .
Courses listed here are for the current academic quarter. New courses are typically published two weeks before start of a quarter.
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Jun 19
2:00–3:30pmLearn how to find funding opportunities in a variety of resources, including specialized databases (Community of Science, IRIS, Grantsnet), the NIH website, and internal Stanford School of Medicine resources. Find support for fellowships, research, travel, career transitions, and more. Explore the Resource Management Group (RMG) website, which provides vital information... More »
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Jun 26
10:00–11:30amIntroduction to Dedoose, a Qualitative and Mixed Method Research Tool
Eli Lieber, PhDSeats left: 56This session will start with an overview of Dedoose, what it means to be a web-based application, and how the system is built to support qualitative and mixed methods research analysis securely online. This session will be generalized for all audiences. We will show you how to import documents, excerpt... More »
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Jun 26
12:00–1:30pmThis session will be particularly valuable for current users of Dedoose and those with a qualitative or mixed methods research background. We will begin by demonstrating some Dedoose basics such as how to import, excerpt, and code documents. We will also touch on more advanced qualitative and mixed methods features... More »
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Jun 26
2:00–2:30pmWe will conclude each session with Q&A, but this 30 minute session will be completely dedicated to answering all your questions, informally and in depth.
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Jul 10
10:00–11:30amThe first half of the class provides the basics of EndNote, i.e., creating libraries, adding and importing citations, creating groups and smart groups, and generating bibliographies. The second part of the class will focus on PDF importing and management, and customizing bibliography style files. Course Materials and Resources Class Handout: EndNote X6... More »
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Jul 10
2:00–3:00pmTake an architectural history walking tour of the School of Medicine. The tour traces the school's history from 1850s San Francisco to present-day Palo Alto, and highlights some of the artistic and design choices that have resulted in the school's current built environment. Tours begin at the flagpole between the... More »
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Jul 17
4:00–5:30pmThis workshop will showcase some of the less well-known, but increasingly important tools and databases available to members of the Stanford community. For most interdisciplinary research, PubMed and Google (or Google Scholar) lack the breadth and precision needed to guarantee a comprehensive literature review. Therefore, it’s critical that researchers consider... More »
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Jul 23
2:00–3:30pmSystematic Reviews: Literature Database Selection, Search Strategies & Reference Management
Chris Stave, MLSSeats left: 23A well-designed literature review is a critical part of any systematic review or meta-analysis. This presentation will provide you with the tools, strategies and expertise necessary for an efficient and comprehensive literature review. At the end of the session, you will be able to: a) select the databases that are... More »
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Jul 30
2:00–3:30pmDiscover the secrets of effective PubMed searching in this hands-on workshop. Attendees will learn how to use MeSH, Limits, Clinical Queries, Related Articles, My NCBI, and FindIt@Stanford to locate references, download full-text, and create current awareness profiles quickly and easily. Course Materials and Resources Class Handout: PubMed_July2012 (pdf) Configuring My NCBI to use... More »
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Jul 31
10:00–11:15amLearn how to use Prezi. Prezi is a presentation tool that helps you organize and share your ideas. “Prezi is helping reinvent the art of presentation. Farewell, one-dimensional thinking. Welcome instead the power of inter-connection, flexibility, and the unexpected 'Aha!'” — Chris Anderson, TED Curator "More dynamic presentations." — The New York Times "A marvelous... More »
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Aug 06
10:00–11:30amManaging references, PDFs and bibliographies are a vital part of virtually every research project. Choosing the right tool, however, can be challenging. This hands-on workshop will introduce attendees to four reference/PDF/bibliography management tools, each with its own special advantages and disadvantages. Which is best for full-text downloading? Which is the... More »
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Aug 13
2:00–3:30pmThe first half of the class provides the basics of EndNote, i.e., creating libraries, adding and importing citations, creating groups and smart groups, and generating bibliographies. The second part of the class will focus on PDF importing and management, and customizing bibliography style files. Course Materials and Resources Class Handout: EndNote X6... More »
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Aug 14
10:00–11:30amLearn how to find funding opportunities in a variety of resources, including specialized databases (Community of Science, IRIS, Grantsnet), the NIH website, and internal Stanford School of Medicine resources. Find support for fellowships, research, travel, career transitions, and more. Explore the Resource Management Group (RMG) website, which provides vital information... More »
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Aug 14
2:00–3:00pmTake an architectural history walking tour of the School of Medicine. The tour traces the school's history from 1850s San Francisco to present-day Palo Alto, and highlights some of the artistic and design choices that have resulted in the school's current built environment. Tours begin at the flagpole between the... More »
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Aug 21
10:00–11:30amDiscover the secrets of effective PubMed searching in this hands-on workshop. Attendees will learn how to use MeSH, Limits, Clinical Queries, Related Articles, My NCBI, and FindIt@Stanford to locate references, download full-text, and create current awareness profiles quickly and easily. Course Materials and Resources Class Handout: PubMed_July2012 (pdf) Configuring My NCBI to use... More »
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Sep 04
4:00–5:30pmThe first half of the class provides the basics of EndNote, i.e., creating libraries, adding and importing citations, creating groups and smart groups, and generating bibliographies. The second part of the class will focus on PDF importing and management, and customizing bibliography style files. Course Materials and Resources Class Handout: EndNote X6... More »
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Sep 11
10:00–11:30amSystematic Reviews: Literature Database Selection, Search Strategies & Reference Management
Chris Stave, MLSSeats left: 24A well-designed literature review is a critical part of any systematic review or meta-analysis. This presentation will provide you with the tools, strategies and expertise necessary for an efficient and comprehensive literature review. At the end of the session, you will be able to: a) select the databases that are... More »
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Sep 11
2:00–3:00pmTake an architectural history walking tour of the School of Medicine. The tour traces the school's history from 1850s San Francisco to present-day Palo Alto, and highlights some of the artistic and design choices that have resulted in the school's current built environment. Tours begin at the flagpole between the... More »
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Sep 17
2:00–3:30pmManaging references, PDFs and bibliographies are a vital part of virtually every research project. Choosing the right tool, however, can be challenging. This hands-on workshop will introduce attendees to four reference/PDF/bibliography management tools, each with its own special advantages and disadvantages. Which is best for full-text downloading? Which is the... More »
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Sep 18
2:00–3:15pmLearn how to use Prezi. Prezi is a presentation tool that helps you organize and share your ideas. “Prezi is helping reinvent the art of presentation. Farewell, one-dimensional thinking. Welcome instead the power of inter-connection, flexibility, and the unexpected 'Aha!'” — Chris Anderson, TED Curator "More dynamic presentations." — The New York Times "A marvelous... More »
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Sep 19
2:00–3:30pmLearn how to find funding opportunities in a variety of resources, including specialized databases (Community of Science, IRIS, Grantsnet), the NIH website, and internal Stanford School of Medicine resources. Find support for fellowships, research, travel, career transitions, and more. Explore the Resource Management Group (RMG) website, which provides vital information... More »
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Sep 24
2:00–3:30pmDiscover the secrets of effective PubMed searching in this hands-on workshop. Attendees will learn how to use MeSH, Limits, Clinical Queries, Related Articles, My NCBI, and FindIt@Stanford to locate references, download full-text, and create current awareness profiles quickly and easily. Course Materials and Resources Class Handout: PubMed_July2012 (pdf) Configuring My NCBI to use... More »
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- Advanced Google: Services, Tools and Search Techniques
- Clinical Research Toolkit
- Data Analysis and Modeling with JMP Statistical Discovery Software
- EndNote: Basic to Advanced
- Finding Funding
- Getting Started with JMP Statistical Discovery Software
- Intermediate to Advanced Features of Dedoose
- Introduction to Dedoose, a Qualitative and Mixed Method Research Tool
- Prezi
- PubMed: Basic to Advanced Techniques
- Q&A on Dedoose, a Qualitative and Mixed Method Research Tool
- Qualitative Data Analysis with NVIVO
- School of Medicine Architectural History Walking Tour
- Supporting Open Access: Librarians as advocates, researchers, educators and role models
- Systematic Reviews: Literature Database Selection, Search Strategies & Reference Management
- The Publishing Game-Changer: Open Access
- Zotero, RefWorks, Mendeley, and EndNote: An Overview
- Agilent: Advanced Session for Gene Expression analysis in GX 11
- Agilent: Beginner Session for Gene Expression analysis in GX 11
- Analyzing Your Teaching: An Approach for Improved Effectiveness
- Applications of Pathway Analysis using MetaCore
- Article Level Metrics: A New Approach to Assessing the Value of Your Publications
- Basics of R Programming: Part 1
- Basics of R Programming: Part 2
- Behind the scenes at Annals of Internal Medicine: Q&A by former editor Dr. Harold Sox
- BioBase Knowledge Library
- Biobase Knowledge Library Training Session
- Biomedical Researcher's Toolkit
- CANCELLED! Practical Advice for Clinical Researchers: Biostatistics and Computer Stuff You Will Actually Care About
- Clinical Research Methodology: An Epidemiologic Perspective
- Comparing averages (T-test, ANOVA, etc) with SAS Enterprise Guide
- Cool Informatics Tools and Services for Biomedical Research
- Health Research Toolbox 2011
- Improving Your Science Writing Skills - Aug 17
- Improving Your Scientific Writing Skills
- Introduction to MATLAB for Life Sciences
- Introduction to PowerPoint 2007
- Introduction to PowerPoint 2010
- Introduction to R for Beginners - Day 1
- Introduction to R programming, Part 1 and 2
- Introduction to REDCap and
- Introduction to REDCap and SAS Enterprise Guide with Basic Biostats Examples
- Introduction to the Stanford Digital Repository
- LabArchive: Lab Data Storage, Integration and Sharing
- Learning in the Wild: What Open Learning Could Mean for Teaching, Research, and Stanford, Stanford University
- MATLAB: Biomedical Image Processing with MATLAB
- MATLAB: Parallel and GPU Computing with MATLAB
- Mendeley: Cool Tool for Organizing, Annotating and Sharing Research Papers
- Mentored Career Development Opportunities (K awards and more) from NIH: Insights from a former NIH Review Officer
- Microarray Data Analysis - Day 3
- NCBI Entrez Digital Tools and Utilities
- OPEN ACCESS OPENS DOORS: A Panel Discussion on Open Access Publishing
- Pathway Analysis Using MetaCore
- PowerPoint 2007: Creating Effective Presentations
- PowerPoint: Creating Effective Presentations
- PubMed: Basic to Advanced Techniques!
- Q&A on Upcoming EndNote Enhancements from the EndNote innovation team
- R for Gene Expression Analysis - Day 2
- SCOPUS and Web of Science: Cross-Discipline Power Searching
- SCOPUS and Web of Science: Power Searching
- STATA: An Introduction for the Life and Clinical Sciences
- SUMC Architecture Walking Tour
- Survival analysis using SAS Enterprise Guide
- Systematic Reviews & Meta-Analyses: Data Analysis
- Systematic Reviews & Meta-Analyses: Database Selection, Search Strategies & Reference Management
- Systematic Reviews & Meta-Analyses: Reporting Biases, Presenting Results
- Systematic Reviews & Meta-Analyses: Study Selection, Data Extraction, Bias Assessment and Data Analysis
- Systematic Reviews: Database Selection, Search Strategies & Reference Management
- The Power of the Image: Using Visuals to Think and Communicate about Science
- Trends and Emerging Issues Relating to Open Access, Open Data, and Open Education
- Using R for Gene Expression Analysis - Bring Your Data: Part 3
- Using R for Gene Expression Analysis: Part 1
- Using R for Gene Expression Analysis: Part 2
- Using R for Graphics Programming: An Introduction Using a Point-and-Click Interface
- Using R for Statistics and Graphics:An Introduction for Busy Non-programmers
- Using R with REDCap: An Introduction to Secure Data Collection and Analysis for Busy Non-programmers
- Using SAS with REDCap: An Introduction to Secure Data Collection and Analysisfor Busy Non-programmers
- Writing Grant Applications for Foundations and Nonprofits
- Writing for Career Development Awards (K Awards)
- Writing the Biomedical Manuscript: The Journal Editor's Perspective
- Writing the NEW NIH Grant: A Systematic and Proven Approach to Grantsmanship
- Writing the NIH Grant: A Systematic and Proven Approach to Grantsmanship