Speaker: Wenchao Ge (A&S)Date/Time/Location: Oct 30, 3pm, Memorial Union room 308.Title: Introduction to Quantum Computing and Variational Quantum AlgorithmsAbstract: In this talk, I will introduce the basics of quantum computing and discuss a leading strategy to use quantum computers--variational quantum algorithms. In the first half, I will explain what quantum computing is, why it is interesting, and the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. In the second half, I will talk about the components and the properties of variational quantum algorithms, which use a classical optimizer to train a parametrized quantum circuit. As an example, I will discuss the idea of the quantum approximate optimization algorithm and its applications to solve combinatorial problems, such as the Max-Cut problem.

AI Tools provides a comprehensive introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) for students of all disciplines. The course introduces students to various AI tools that can enhance their academic performance and overall college experience. Students will learn how to leverage AI technologies to improve study habits, enhance research skills, and augment their creativity. Through interactive sessions and hands-on activities, students will gain practical knowledge and skills to use AI tools for academic and personal success in college.Zoom Registration Link: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Vhi5ZF34Tx2PEw92VEZQhA

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The Introduction to Unity webinar will explain how to get started using Unity, a high-performance computing cluster located at the Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center. While it is geared towards new users, effort will be made to adapt the webinar to the experience level of the attendees.

This workshop offers an introduction to Generative AI, with a focus on image generation techniques. Participants will explore foundational concepts, tools, and ethical considerations while engaging in hands-on activities to create AI-generated images. You will learn to generate images from scratch.Zoom Registration Link: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/uPQ2jDzySBeUBj5QZKBvuw

Rarely the first to introduce new technologies, Apple is on the verge of introducing AI tools to the Mac operating system. During this session we’ll explore what exists today, what’s coming soon, and how it works.Register

This workshop is intended for anyone interested in bioinformatics and will be divided into two parts. We will begin with a demonstration of metagenomics data analysis on the Unity cluster. A written tutorial will be provided to participants beforehand. The second half will take the form of office hours, giving participants the opportunity to ask bioinformatics-related questions and to receive help with running their pipelines on the Unity cluster. This session will be available over zoom and in-person. If you want to join in person, you will find us in room 203 (also called conference room A) of the Robert L. Carothers Library located on the URI Kingston campus.

This one-time Intermediate Course will help expand knowledge for current basic SPSS users. This course will cover the setting up of advanced analyses, creating tables/figures, and creating sub data files.

AI Tools provides a comprehensive introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) for students of all disciplines. The course introduces students to various AI tools that can enhance their academic performance and overall college experience. Students will learn how to leverage AI technologies to improve study habits, enhance research skills, and augment their creativity. Through interactive sessions and hands-on activities, students will gain practical knowledge and skills to use AI tools for academic and personal success in college.Zoom Registration Link: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Vhi5ZF34Tx2PEw92VEZQhA

This workshop introduces AI tools tailored for educators, focusing on how to enhance teaching, streamline administrative tasks, and personalize student learning. Participants will explore practical applications of AI in the classroom, including content creation, assessment support, and student engagement strategies. No prior experience with AI required.Zoom Registration Link: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/oaz-UYa4Tq-iJBiteEA7BQ

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This workshop is crafted to introduce participants to the powerful world of data science using R. The workshop covers essential data science concepts and techniques, emphasizing hands-on experience with popular R libraries. Participants will gain practical insights into data manipulation, exploratory data analysis, and data visualization, allowing them to extract meaningful insights from datasets.

This workshop is crafted to introduce participants to the powerful world of data science using R. The workshop covers essential data science concepts and techniques, emphasizing hands-on experience with popular R libraries. Participants will gain practical insights into data manipulation, exploratory data analysis, and data visualization, allowing them to extract meaningful insights from datasets.

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This workshop is crafted to introduce participants to the powerful world of data science using R. The workshop covers essential data science concepts and techniques, emphasizing hands-on experience with popular R libraries. Participants will gain practical insights into data manipulation, exploratory data analysis, and data visualization, allowing them to extract meaningful insights from datasets.

This workshop offers an introduction to Generative AI, with a focus on image generation techniques. Participants will explore foundational concepts, tools, and ethical considerations while engaging in hands-on activities to create AI-generated images. You will learn to generate images from scratch.Zoom Registration Link: https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/uPQ2jDzySBeUBj5QZKBvuw

This workshop is crafted to introduce participants to the powerful world of data science using R. The workshop covers essential data science concepts and techniques, emphasizing hands-on experience with popular R libraries. Participants will gain practical insights into data manipulation, exploratory data analysis, and data visualization, allowing them to extract meaningful insights from datasets.

This is an interactive workshop on Copilot designed for you to learn, explore, and leave with usable items and/or sharable resources. The workshop will open with an introduction to and demonstration of Copilot. We will then experiment with 5 practical teaching use cases, with option of creating a sharable resource. Wrapping up this session with a time of open sharing and discussion.Objectives:Feel confident experimenting with AI tools in their academic practiceBe aware of ethical and responsible AI use in higher educationRegister

This workshop is crafted to introduce participants to the powerful world of data science using R. The workshop covers essential data science concepts and techniques, emphasizing hands-on experience with popular R libraries. Participants will gain practical insights into data manipulation, exploratory data analysis, and data visualization, allowing them to extract meaningful insights from datasets.

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