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Introduction to Research Data Management In-Person / Online

This introductory session is designed to provide a general background on how to manage research data effectively.
Date:
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Time:
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Xstrata Training Room Level 2 room - 2.1.5
Audience:
  Library Staff     Students     RU Staff     RU Researchers     Postgraduate Students     RU New Academics  
Categories:
  Training  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 112 seats left

Data Management Planning (Part 1) In-Person / Online

This session will introduce attendees to the Data Management Planning phase of the Research Data Management lifecycle through the use of game-based learning. This is an interactive session which will...  More
Date:
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Time:
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Location:
Xstrata Training Room Level 2 room - 2.1.5
Categories:
  Training  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 129 seats left

Data Management Planning (Part 2) In-Person / Online

This session will provide an overview of the principles and concepts applicable to the Data Management Planning phase. It will also include a practical demonstration which will illustrate the manner...  More
Date:
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Time:
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Location:
Xstrata Training Room Level 2 room - 2.1.5
Audience:
  Library Staff     Students     RU Staff     RU Researchers     Postgraduate Students     RU New Academics  
Categories:
  Training  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 127 seats left

Management of sensitive research data (Part 1) In-Person / Online

This is the first part of a two-part presentation which seeks to address the management of research data that are considered sensitive due to the presence of personal identifiers. It will address...  More
Date:
Monday, March 16, 2026
Time:
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Xstrata Training Room Level 2 room - 2.1.5
Audience:
  Library Staff     Students     RU Staff     RU Researchers     Postgraduate Students     RU New Academics  
Categories:
  Training  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 129 seats left

Management of sensitive research data (Part 2) In-Person / Online

This is the second part two-part presentation which seeks to address the management of research data that are considered sensitive due to the presence of personal identifiers. It will address aspects...  More
Date:
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Time:
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Xstrata Training Room Level 2 room - 2.1.5
Audience:
  Library Staff     Students     RU Staff     RU Researchers     Postgraduate Students     RU New Academics  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 112 seats left

Secure Data Sharing In-Person / Online

This session is designed to demonstrate the manner in which research data can be shared securely. Tools and documents which can be used in order to facilitate secure data sharing will be showcased...  More
Date:
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time:
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Xstrata Training Room Level 2 room - 2.1.5
Audience:
  Library Staff     Students     RU Staff     RU Researchers     Postgraduate Students     RU New Academics  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 130 seats left

Data Publication In-Person / Online

This session is designed to demonstrate the different ways in which research data can be published. The session will also address the steps which need to be taken in order to prepare research data for...  More
Date:
Monday, March 30, 2026
Time:
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Xstrata Training Room Level 2 room - 2.1.5
Audience:
  Library Staff     Students     RU Staff     RU Researchers     Postgraduate Students     RU New Academics  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 127 seats left

How to use the institutional research data repository In-Person / Online

This session is designed to demonstrate the manner in which the Rhodes University’s Institutional Research Data Repository functions. The session will include a practical demonstration.
Date:
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Time:
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Xstrata Training Room Level 2 room - 2.1.5
Audience:
  Library Staff     Students     RU Staff     RU Researchers     Postgraduate Students     RU New Academics  
Categories:
  Training  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 127 seats left

Ebscohost In-Person / Online

This session provides a comprehensive guide to the EBSCOhost platform, a gateway to a vast collection of multidisciplinary and subject-specific databases available through the Rhodes University...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Time:
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Xstrata Training Room Level 2 room - 2.1.5
Audience:
  Library Staff     Students     RU Staff     RU Researchers     Postgraduate Students     RU New Academics  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 145 seats left

Jstor In-Person / Online

This session introduces JSTOR, an essential digital library providing access to a vast archive of scholarly journals, books, and primary sources, with a strong emphasis on the humanities and social...  More
Date:
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Time:
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location:
Xstrata Training Room Level 2 room - 2.1.5
Audience:
  Library Staff     Students     RU Staff     RU Researchers     Postgraduate Students     RU New Academics  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 146 seats left

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