Tutorial OverviewFocus: Using AI to improve access to, understanding of, and readiness for working with data. This session would focus on helping researchers navigate the early stages of working with data, especially when datasets are large, complex, poorly documented, or unfamiliar. AI can assist with interpreting data dictionaries, summarizing metadata, identifying missing documentation, and making … Read more
Dr. Yue is the founding director of the Center for Cancer Genomics at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University, director of the Center for Advanced Molecular Analysis at Northwestern Institute for Augmented Intelligence in Medicine, the Duane and Susan Burnham Professor of Molecular Medicine, Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics, and … Read more
Discover the power of Gemini Notebook, the advanced AI-powered research and note-taking assistant available to all University of Michigan faculty, staff, and students. Designed to help you understand and synthesize information from your own documents, Gemini Notebook transforms your lesson plans, lecture notes, and research papers into a dynamic knowledge base. By grounding its responses … Read more
Tutorial Overview Many scientists use AI coding tools through a browser — copying and pasting between chat and editor. Agentic tools like Claude Code work differently: they run on your machine, read your project, execute your code, and iterate on errors. This hands-on tutorial covers the pros and cons of using a coding agent and … Read more
Streamline Daily Work Tasks with U-M Maizey U-M Maizey is a tool that enables U-M faculty, staff, and students to use custom datasets to enhance their GenAI experience, helping them extract insights, discover patterns, and gain deeper knowledge from the data. Enhance your productivity by harnessing U-M Maizey for various staff-related tasks, including managing Dropbox, Google Drive, … Read more
The ITS Teaching & Learning 2026 Summit is a virtual event featuring sessions on Canvas, Generative AI tools and applications, Canvas External Tools, MiVideo, and more. Summit highlights include a featured address on DesignPLUS from Cidi Labs, a student panel, and guided meditation breaks.
This workshop introduces instructors, students, and staff to the basics of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and its applications in academic and everyday settings. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of common GenAI tools and their relevance in various educational and professional contexts. Workshop Outline: -What is GenAI? -Definition and Overview -Introduction to U-M GPT -Exploring Key Concepts and Terminology -Explanation of … Read more
You’ve established syllabus policies and had conversations with your students about Generative AI, but how do you adapt your assessment strategies to ensure that you can evaluate their learning? We know standard essay prompts, quick-answer quizzes, assignments, and even discussion posts can be easily completed by AI. This workshop focuses on evaluating the “offload-ability” of … Read more
This workshop focuses on the limitations of generative artificial intelligence, with a particular emphasis on ethical considerations, academic integrity, equity, and bias concerns. Participants will be introduced to high-level issues in these areas, preparing them for further extensive training opportunities. Workshop Outline: -Academic Integrity –The role of GenAI in maintaining or challenging academic standards –How to evaluate student work … Read more
This workshop equips faculty, staff, and students with the essential skills to effectively use U-M GPT, the University of Michigan’s equitable, accessible, and secure text-based Generative Artificial Intelligence tool. The session includes foundational and advanced techniques for crafting effective prompts, exploring creative AI interactions, and leveraging U-M GPT for various educational applications. Participants will engage … Read more