Whether you're a seasoned data scientist or just starting your journey, we have something for everyone. From hands-on hackathons and research workshops to fascinating explorations into Data Science at work, you'll gain practical skills, explore cutting-edge applications, and forge valuable connections. Join us and unleash the potential of data!
Gain practical experience with AI on a state-of-the-art High Performance Computer (HPC). Our MSI staff will be available to assist with everything from basic coding to training advanced generative AI models. Access dedicated HPC nodes and comprehensive resources, including tutorials on Python programming, running neural network models, and training generative AI models.
Dive deeper into the unexpected world of data science with the DSI's "Data Voyages" seminar series. Forget stock market predictions and targeted advertising – these talks explore where data analysis transforms fields you might never have imagined. From crafting the next apple variety to making trading card games more fun, "Data Voyages" will show you how data changes the game in surprising and exciting ways.
The Day of Data is a series of virtual events that foster data enthusiasm, data literacy, and critical thinking around the role of data across our University and in society as a whole. Our goal? To inspire you with a diversity of ways that data is used across disciplines, and empower you with resources to deepen your data skills! This year will have a special emphasis on community engagement and sustainability topics.
From one-time events to our annual Spring Research Workshop, the DSI provides best-in-class data science content to sharpen practical skills, dive deep into topical issues in data science, and explore cutting edge research around the UMN.
Connect with faculty from diverse disciplines to explore cutting-edge research using data science. The UMN DSI further empowers these newly formed collaborations by providing support with grant writing and organization. Turn your research vision into reality – register for a Research Mixer today!
Join us for deep dive discussions, interactive workshops, panels and more!
On November 4th, 2024, the University of Minnesota hosted the highly anticipated Women in AI and Data Science (WiADS) Conference, organized in partnership with MinneAnalytics at the McNamara Alumni Center. This sold-out event brought together over 1,000 registrants, including over 550 in-person attendees, and showcased the work of women, non-binary, and gender-diverse voices in data science.
