Upcoming Training Center Events
To learn more about upcoming events across the CFDE community, visit https://info.cfde.cloud/training_and_outreach.
Additional Information
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Bio-IT World Conference & Expo
Converging Science and IT to Advance Precision Medicine
May 19-21, 2026
Bio-IT World Hackathon – Project Pitch Invitation
The CFDE Training Center (TC) invites you to submit a pitch for a project in the seventh annual Bio-IT FAIR Data Hackathon! The hackathon will take place in Boston, MA on May 18-19, 2026 with a focus on using open-source tools and adhering to FAIR data principles. We are particularly interested in projects that utilize or integrate with CFDE tools and data aiming to improve interoperability between CFDE datasets as well as external datasets. The Training Center has limited travel funds available for individuals who need support and are willing to serve as team leads on selected projects.
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Omics Open Houses: Your Direct Line to CFDE Experts
Connect live with CFDE technical experts and DCCs at our quarterly Omics Open Houses! Each session dives into a unique CFDE-related topic, offering real-time support, knowledge-sharing, and opportunities to ask questions—whether submitted in advance or on-the-fly. Don’t miss this chance to collaborate, learn, and enhance your research with expert guidance!
Save the date:
- February 19 1:00pm Eastern Time
- May 14th 1:00pm Eastern Time
- September 3, 1:00pm Eastern Time
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Decoding the Data Ecosystem (DeCoDE) Virtual Institute, Save the Date! Bi-weekly live training sessions from June 1 – July 31
Unlock Your Potential with the Virtual CFDE Training Institute!
Ready to dive into the dynamic world of CFDE datasets? The Virtual CFDE Training Institute is your gateway to mastering omics research, fostering collaboration, and building valuable skills for the future.
What You’ll Gain:
- Expertise in Action:Learn to analyze omics datasets and create workflows with cutting-edge CFDE tools and resources.
- Hands-On Collaboration:Engage in live training sessions that promote teamwork, innovation, and real-world applications.
- Flexible Learning:Access CFDE resources and e-learning modules for asynchronous learning tailored to your schedule.
- Capstone Showcase:Put your skills to the test by collaborating on team-based projects and sharing your achievements.
Join us bi-weekly to connect, learn, and thrive in the ever-evolving field of CFDE research!
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ISMB Conference
July 12-17, 2026
Past events featuring the CFDE Training Center
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Omics Open House
December 4, 2025 1:00 p.m. Eastern
So you’re into RNA? Q&A with CFDE
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American Society for Human Genetics (ASHG) Annual Meeting
October 14–18, 2025, in Boston, MA
Check back for more information on CFDE activities at ASHG.
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Decoding the Data Ecosystem Virtual Symposium 2025
August 27, 2025, 12:30 to 5:00 P.M. Eastern
The Decoding the Data Ecosystem Virtual Symposium invites faculty, students, and researchers to explore how the Common Fund Data Ecosystem (CFDE) can support research, education, and discovery in omics-related research. Over the course of an afternoon, explore emerging tools and resources, hear directly from CFDE experts, and discover innovative projects demonstrating how CFDE data can drive discoveries across disciplines. Whether you’re looking to integrate real-world data into your curriculum or discover new research directions, this symposium offers practical insights and community connections to help you get started. The CFDE includes a wide range of diverse and valuable datasets for omics-related research including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and beyond.
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Intelligent Systems for Molecular Biology (ISMB) 33rd Conference
July 20–24, 2025, in Liverpool, England
On July 23 rd, visit the Omics Skills through the CFDE Training Center session with Dr. Allissa Dillman to learn more about the CFDE Training Center and the CFDE community. The session is a part of the Education Track.
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April 25, 2025: Hackathons with Impact: Data-Driven Projects with CFDE
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March 2, 2025: Bio-IT World Hackathon Final Presentations
Team Projects can be accessed through their Hackathon repositories, or you can access all projects at https://bit.ly/BioITHack2025repos.
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January 31, 2025: Navigating the Common Fund Data Ecosystem’s CFDE Data & Resources to Empower Scientific Discoveries