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Hot Topics: It’s Time for Academia to Establish Academic Homes for Homelessness

In Person

Homelessness is among the most pressing public health challenges in the US, and there's an urgent need for systematic research and education focused on its health impact, root causes, and potential solutions.  In the 3rd Hot Topics Seminar this summer, Dr. Howard K. Koh will discuss ways in which the academic community could join in … Continue reading "Hot Topics: It’s Time for Academia to Establish Academic Homes for Homelessness"

Plotting like a Pro: Data Visualization with ggplot2

Virtual

In this one-hour hands-on workshop we will demonstrate how to create high-quality plots utilizing the ggplot2 R package. The workshop will cover different plot formats as well as many of the key options and theme layers that participants may be interested in applying to create their highly customized plots. We will also cover exporting plots … Continue reading "Plotting like a Pro: Data Visualization with ggplot2"

Deadline to Register – Exec. Ed: Radiological Emergency Management: Regulations, Planning, Response, and Recovery

In Person

Program Runs:  August 5 – 9, 2024 Deadline to Register: August 2, 2024 Protecting the public from harm during a radiological event requires a thorough and well-designed radiological emergency management program. Radiological … Continue reading "Deadline to Register – Exec. Ed: Radiological Emergency Management: Regulations, Planning, Response, and Recovery"