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Social HCI Meeting June 8 2020
by Blaine Lewis 08 Jun '20

08 Jun '20

Hi Everyone, Tomorrow we will be having a *social* HCI meeting at the usual time (12:30). The format will be a lot like last week because I think that went great: - 5 minute chats 2-3 people per breakout room - Trivia!! - Small groups chat until people leave, 3-5 people per breakout room So come hang out! The schedule makes it sound formal and regimented but it's really not. https://utoronto.zoom.us/j/96404556988 PS: Sorry if you see this email twice, I used the wrong from address originally. Hope to see you there, Blaine

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Fwd: Data.org - Inclusive Growth and Recovery Challenge
by Ishtiaque Ahmed 07 Jun '20

07 Jun '20

Folks - If you have any idea, please let me know and we will discuss. Best Regards, Ishtiaque *[P.S. (March 15, 2020, and onward): My response may be late because of my engagement with the COVID-19 response teams in Canada and Bangladesh. I appreciate your patience.]* Syed Ishtiaque Ahmed Assistant Professor Department of Computer Science University of Toronto, ON, CA Ph: +1 647 220 3482 Skype: syed.ishtiaque.ahmed web: https://www.ishtiaque.net/ My Availability: Google Calendar Link <https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=ishtiaque.uoft%40gmail.com&c…> ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Research Alerts <rso.research(a)library.utoronto.ca> Date: Fri, Jun 5, 2020 at 4:08 PM Subject: Data.org - Inclusive Growth and Recovery Challenge To: If your computer does not display the file below, please visit the web version https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca/alert/view_alert/3979 Manage profile <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca> [image: Logo and Title for the University of Toronto's Research Alerts] Data.org - Inclusive Growth and Recovery Challenge June 5, 2020 • Reply to Steven Hermans <steven.hermans(a)utoronto.ca?subject=RE:> Data.org has launched a $10 million *Inclusive Growth and Recovery Challenge*. The challenge is an open call for breakthrough ideas that harness the power of data science to help people and communities thrive especially in the wake of COVID-19’s economic impact. Up to ten winners will be awarded with data science talent, software, training, and funding from USD $10K up to $10M in a mix of grant-funding, technical support & consulting, media production, marketing and promotional outreach, and software & infrastructure. Phase 1 applications are being accepted until *July 17th*. The Challenge seeks scalable and sustainable data science solutions for address societal issues, advance shared prosperity and help ensure an inclusive recovery. Proposals should concentrate on three themes below: - J*obs of Tomorrow*: How can we use data science to help workers remain secure in precarious times? Can data insights predict trends in the labor market and connect and prepare workers for the jobs of tomorrow? - *Access to Capital*: How can data science enable microentrepreneurs to gain access to capital? How can data science help us identify micro and small businesses with the potential to grow? How can data insights rethink creditworthiness and unlock capital for high potential business owners? - *Cities and Towns*: As public and private sector investments flow into cities and towns to stimulate the economy, how can leaders use data-driven insights to make the right decisions to ensure economic security in underserved communities? How can data and analytics help connect neighborhoods to the resources and networks they need to access opportunity, including quality education, affordable housing and childcare, decent jobs, and transportation? While the sponsor is particularly interested in the areas above, they welcome other proposals for using data science to advance shared prosperity and help ensure an inclusive recovery. *Sponsor webinars: * The sponsor will be running a series of informational webinars regarding this challenge in the coming weeks: Session 1: Week of June 8, 2020, Session 2: Week of June 22, 2020, Session 3: Week of July 6, 2020. All webinars will be recorded for later viewings. To learn more and register, individuals can sign up for the mailing list on the agency website <http://data.org/>. *Application process:* *Internal UofT Notice of Intent (optional) * Institutional support is available to assist UofT applicant teams with proposal planning and development. Researchers planning an application are encouraged to send a brief summary of their proposal (one or two paragraphs) to steven.hermans(a)utoronto.ca as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, June 15, to access this support. *Phase 1* submissions will be accepted through the agency website anytime before *July 17, 2020.* Phase 1 evaluation – July to August; Finalists announced August 2020 Applications are submitted through the agency website. Applicants should also submit their completed grant application through the University's My Research system before July 15, 2020. *Phase 2 *submission: September 2020 – with application support and consulting provided by the sponsor. Phase 2 evaluation – October to December 2020; Awardees announced January 2021. Further details and application instructions are available on the program website: https://www.data.org/challenge/ Distributed to: Vice Dean / Vice-Principal Research, Social Sciences, Research Funding Opportunities, Physical Sciences and Engineering, Information & Communications Technology, Humanities, Health & Life Sciences, Faculty Research Facilitator, Faculty, Departmental Research Facilitator, Dean / Principal, Chair / Academic Director HOME <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca/> | SUPPORT <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca/index.php/content/support> | ABOUT <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca/index.php/content/about_alerts> Research Alerts is the primary communication method for Research communications. Sign in <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca> to update your subscription topics or unsubscribe here. <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca/index.php/unsubscribe> This communication is intended for the sole use of University of Toronto faculty and staff. 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HCI Meeting Tuesday: Abstract Workshop + Swap
by Blaine Lewis 29 May '20

29 May '20

Hi Everyone! Next Tuesday we'll be doing an abstract workshop! Everybody should come with an abstract. It can be something you wrote for a past paper, past course project, a new project, it doesn't really matter. If you do write a new one, don't spend too long on it, probably not more than an hour. The point of this is to get early feedback and to learn how to write abstracts from each other. Personally I'll be writing an abstract for CHI2021, because I'd love to hear what other people think. Excited to see you all next week and learn everybody's secret's to writing abstracts! Zoom link: https://utoronto.zoom.us/j/96404556988 PS: If anybody thinks they're particularly good at writing abstracts and wants to give a workshop, or has some resources, let me know and I can fit it in! Best, Blaine

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Fwd: IDEaS COVID-19 Challenge Launch
by Ishtiaque Ahmed 27 May '20

27 May '20

FYI Best Regards, Ishtiaque *[P.S. (March 15, 2020, and onward): My response may be late because of my engagement with the COVID-19 response teams in Canada and Bangladesh. I appreciate your patience.]* Syed Ishtiaque Ahmed Assistant Professor Department of Computer Science University of Toronto, ON, CA Ph: +1 647 220 3482 Skype: syed.ishtiaque.ahmed web: https://www.ishtiaque.net/ My Availability: Google Calendar Link <https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=ishtiaque.uoft%40gmail.com&c…> ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Research Alerts <rso.research(a)library.utoronto.ca> Date: Tue, May 26, 2020 at 5:16 PM Subject: IDEaS COVID-19 Challenge Launch To: If your computer does not display the file below, please visit the web version https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca/alert/view_alert/3951 Manage profile <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca> [image: Logo and Title for the University of Toronto's Research Alerts] IDEaS COVID-19 Challenge Launch May 26, 2020 • Reply to Soban Arshad <soban.arshad(a)utoronto.ca?subject=RE:> As part of the larger pan-government response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) program is participating in a multi-departmental initiative seeking innovative solutions to help in the fight. The below challenges are focused on improving disease tracking and likely exposure to COVID-19 using data analytics as well as making sure those on the front lines have a safe operating environment through a combination of better decontamination technology and improved personal protective equipment. The following challenges are now available: Rapid response: Real-time insights for pandemic decision-making <https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/defence-ideas…> Scrubbing your scrubs: Finding ways to re-use COVID-19 protective gear <https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/defence-ideas…> Super sanitize: Cleaning sensitive equipment and workspaces <https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/defence-ideas…> *Funding* Competitive Projects using Contributions is divided into two phases: Phase 1 that awards up to $200,000 for a period of 6 months, and Phase 2 that awards up to $1,000,000 for a period of 1 year. *This Call for Proposals is for Phase 1 only.* *Phase 1 – award up to $200,000* The objective of Phase 1 is to establish the S&T merit, innovativeness and impact of a solution that addresses a specific S&T Challenge. Applicants propose a solution within SRL 1-6 (inclusive). Proposals are evaluated and solutions that meet the evaluation criteria and all other requirements may be recommended for funding. If selected, applicants are eligible to receive up to $200,000 per agreement for the development of their proposed solution for a maximum performance period of six months. *Phase 2 – award up to $1,000,000* The objective of Phase 2 is to continue the S&T efforts of Phase 1 and progress promising solutions to a higher SRL. Applicants of successful Phase 1 solutions may receive an invitation from DND to further their solution’s SRL continuum and would be requested to submit a proposal (form to be supplied by DND at the appropriate time). Proposals will be evaluated and if selected, applicants are eligible to receive up to $1,000,000 per agreement for the development of their proposed solution for a maximum performance period of one year. Participation in Phase 2 is not guaranteed and is not mandatory. Application information for Phase 2 will be made available to applicants that have successfully completed Phase 1 projects and are invited to submit a Phase 2 proposal. *Application Process and Key Dates* This Call for proposals (CFP) invites proposals for Phase 1 only and involves a three-stage funding process. The steps of for each stage are summarized below to better illustrate the overall process. For more information, please visit the IDEaS Program Applicant Guide <https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/defence-ideas…> Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 *Proposal Submission* *Proposal Evaluation & Selection* *Contribution Agreement Awarded* Applicant is to complete and submit a proposal form. The Applicant is to complete the following: 1. Review the S&T Challenges and determine if they can address any of them with an innovation. <https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/defence-ideas…> 2. Complete the Proposal Form <https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/dnd-mdn/documents/ideas/covid-19/cfp_en.p…> and submit on or before the closing date for the CFP. DND will evaluate the submitted proposals and select. Those selected are awarded a contribution agreement. *Stage 1 CFP Application deadline: *June 23, 2020 at 14:00 EDT. *Additional Resources* For more information about the program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/defence-ideas… Please contact *DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN(a)forces.gc.ca <DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN(a)forces.gc.ca>* for questions related to the program. DND IDEaS will also be hosting an information session to answer questions about the application process or any technical questions. Details and registration for the information session can be found here <http://www.ideasreg.com/>. *Please note: As indicated above, the applicant must also upload and submit the application through the university's **My Research Application (MRA) System* <http://aws.utoronto.ca/services/my-research-mr/>*.* The MRA approval process should be started well in advance in parallel to ensure a successful submission since it can take several business days to complete the approval process. Distributed to: Research Funding Opportunities, Physical Sciences and Engineering, Information & Communications Technology, Health & Life Sciences HOME <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca/> | SUPPORT <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca/index.php/content/support> | ABOUT <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca/index.php/content/about_alerts> Research Alerts is the primary communication method for Research communications. Sign in <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca> to update your subscription topics or unsubscribe here. <https://alerts.research.utoronto.ca/index.php/unsubscribe> This communication is intended for the sole use of University of Toronto faculty and staff. Use or distribution by persons outside of the University of Toronto is prohibited. © 2020 Office of the Vice-President, Research

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HCI Meeting Social – May 25, 2020
by Blaine Lewis 26 May '20

26 May '20

Hey Everyone, This week (tomorrow) we will be doing some social activities! The plan is as follows: - Chat! We'll start by chatting in a bigger group. - Then we'll break into smaller groups and chat with people we maybe haven't in a while. - Games! We'll play a selection of games together. This includes video games like https://skribbl.io/ but also some not video games. Hope to see everybody there, and if you think there's anything else we should do, shoot me a message. Best, Blaine

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Anyone interested in some paid time this summer putting CSC 428 into online version?
by Joseph Jay Williams 24 May '20

24 May '20

Anyone interested in some paid time this summer putting CSC 428 into online version? This is the 4th year undergrad HCI course that Tovi taught last year (cross listed grad course as well). I'm teaching it in spring so right now I am moving parts of it into online education resources. I have to make recommendations to the dept by Tue and then they decide, so let me know if you might be interested. For example in a 50 hour contract, pay is around $30/hour. This is as a casual (there is a TA position available too, but not sure if you're still eligible if you didn't apply). Joseph Joseph Jay Williams www.josephjaywilliams.com Assistant Professor Department of Computer Science, University of Toronto Intelligent Adaptive Interventions (IAI) research group

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HCI Meeting May 17, 2020 - WATCHI AR and VR Session
by Blaine Lewis 18 May '20

18 May '20

Hi Everyone! After our last meeting on Tuesday I've taken on the role of "HCI meeting organiser person". Going forward we've decided to try to make more room for socialising. We're going to do that using an alternating schedule of *research development* and *casual meetings*. The meeting time is currently every Tuesday at 12:30. Research development meetings are fairly formal and will be things like brainstorming sessions, talks, or workshops and should be really useful for your research. During casual social meetings we might split off into small groups and chat with one another, roundtable talk about how we're doing, maybe play board games, or just drink coffee. It's fine if you show up a bit late or don't come to all of these meetings. This Tuesday we will have a research development style session watching a CHI event put on by Waterloo HCI. The session is on AR and VR, which I know not everybody researchers, but my favourite thing about conferences is the exposure to different research from my own, and I hope we can emulate that. Here's the plan and information: WATCHI AR and VR Session 2020-05-19 - Meet virtually (https://utoronto.zoom.us/j/96404556988) 15 minutes before the AR and VR session starts (12:15pm). Watch the session together, and then discuss the session at 1:25pm once it is over. - Watchi.live <http://watchi.live> - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7gjalaHF4E6C1CLTlKte6A/live Going forward we are going to try using Zoom. The biggest benefit here is we can use breakout rooms which might make socialising and some group activities a bit easier. https://utoronto.zoom.us/j/96404556988 If you have any ideas for future meetings feel free to add them to the Google doc Vicky started: https://tinyurl.com/hcimeetings Also* if the meeting time doesn't work for you* please send me an email or Slack message. I'd like to have the time work for as many people as possible. Best, Blaine

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HCI Meeting 05/12
by Blaine Lewis 12 May '20

12 May '20

Hi Everyone, I know it's short notice but there will be an HCI meeting in ~30 minutes at 12:30pm today May 12th. It should be pretty short, about an hour or so. We're going to talk about the following: - Yay UIST submissions! - Time of future HCI meetings - Plan for summer HCI meetings - Who will volunteer to make sure HCI meetings happen - Round table hey how is everybody / hang out The meeting will be held in the Blue Jeans room: bluejeans.com/dgpmeeting Thanks! Blaine https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Q4z64YkFaiNszk6kFPx1BOlocuB5fJDyMKaDYqQ…

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Fwd: Online prep: hiring casual staff
by Ishtiaque Ahmed 10 May '20

10 May '20

Dear Group, Does any of you or someone you know (graduate students) have video-editing skills and want to help me in preparing CSC300 contents? If so, contact me ASAP with your CV and a paragraph on related experiences. Best Regards, Ishtiaque *[P.S. (March 15, 2020, and onward): My response may be late because of my engagement with the COVID-19 response teams in Canada and Bangladesh. I appreciate your patience.]* Syed Ishtiaque Ahmed Assistant Professor Department of Computer Science University of Toronto, ON, CA Ph: +1 647 220 3482 Skype: syed.ishtiaque.ahmed web: https://www.ishtiaque.net/ My Availability: Google Calendar Link <https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=ishtiaque.uoft%40gmail.com&c…> ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Jennifer Campbell <campbell(a)cs.toronto.edu> Date: Sun, May 10, 2020 at 9:56 AM Subject: Online prep: hiring casual staff To: Ishtiaque Ahmed <ishtiaque(a)cs.toronto.edu> Hi Ishtiaque, We got the casual positions leveled with HR, so we can now proceed with hiring. You have *up to 60 hours* of casual staff help for *recording and editing videos* at a rate of *$31.26 per hour*. Do you have someone in mind for this position? If not, there are some graduate students who have indicated that they are interested in summer employment (possibly due to financial need) and I can forward you their CVs. If you can’t find someone suitable, we can also advertise the position to graduate students or even to undergrads. Jen

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8th reading: May 1st: The Fragility of Things by William E. Connolly
by Aparna Moitra 01 May '20

01 May '20

Hi Reading Group Peeps! Thanks to all those who were able to join us for the discussion today on the book 'Contagious'. We are going to read the book "*The Fragility of Things*" by *William E. Connolly* for our next meeting on Friday, *May 1st, 2020* at *11am ET*. Here's a pdf link to the book - https://drive.google.com/open?id=1A8ebg5ri7lu5A42_bHg2Ukj1npb7-EpX Thanks, Aparna

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