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RStudio for beginners - 05.03.2026 - Registration open

R is a free software environment for statistical computing and graphics. It compiles and runs on various UNIX platforms, Windows and MacOS.

RStudio is an essential tool for anyone involved in R programming. It plays a vital role in data analysis by facilitating data import, access, transformation, exploration, visualization, and modeling tasks. If you’re embarking on your journey to learn R, now is the perfect moment to familiarize yourself with RStudio. Discover what RStudio is, how to install it, and begin harnessing its capabilities to enhance your data analysis and programming skills.

CodeRefinery workshop for reproducible research code - March 17-19 and 24-26, 2026 - Registration OPEN

Are you writing code for your research? Do you struggle to reproduce results of your own or others computations?

Join the online CodeRefinery workshop on six half days, March 17-19 and 24-26, 2026, 10 - 15 CET.

The CodeRefinery workshop aims to support researchers of all domains, levels and preferred programming languages to write more reproducible research code. The workshop is held online (streamed on Twitch) with interactive hands-on sessions during the first week.

ELIXIR Estonia’s July to December 2025 Highlights

In the second half of 2025, ELIXIR Estonia continued to deepen its collaborations in research data management, both within Estonia and across Europe, while also expanding staff involvement in training activities and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Throughout the period, we placed a stronger focus on data management by participating in and organising events in partnership. A standout moment was co-organising a Nordic Computational Biology Week Conference, an experience that will help us take on larger events in the future. Alongside these activities, our team contributed three new publications, reflecting our ongoing commitment to advancing research and supporting the broader scientific community.

Crash Course in Data Management - 19.02.2026 - Registration OPEN

Data management is an essential part of scientific research and is crucial for maximizing the value of data. Crash course in Data Management is an introductory course that equips researchers with the necessary skills for effective organization and management of research data. Participants will gain knowledge of best practices in data documentation, backup, and sharing. We will go through exercises and assignments to reinforce new knowledge.

Review of An Intuitive Primer of Effective Genomics Study Design

“An Intuitive Primer on Effective Functional Genomics Study Design” by Yoav Gilad provides a clear and accessible guide to the principles of effective functional genomics study design. Instead of prescribing fixed protocols, it encourages readers to think critically about their choices. For students, teachers, and researchers entering the field, it is an insightful and practical resource that I highly recommend.

OpenRefine andmete puhastamiseks - 07.11.2025

Praktiline töötuba, kus puhastame käsitsi sisestatud andmeid OpenRefine tarkvaraga. Esmalt käsitleme tabelarvutuse parimaid tavasid ning seejärel rakendame teadmisi OpenRefine’is. Koolitusel uurime OpenRefine tarkvara funktsionaalsusi: andmete puhastamist suuremate partiidena ja andmete ühtlustamist ühe hoobiga. Lisaks tutvustame võimalust laadida alla täiendavaid andmeid teistest andmebaasidest ja lisarakendusi.

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ELIXIR Estonia’s January to June 2025 Highlights

The first half of 2025 has shown how ELIXIR Estonia combines international collaboration, national community-building, and innovative training to support researchers. With initiatives in citizen science, data management network, and skill development, the team is contributing to the foundation for a strong, sustainable research data ecosystem in Estonia.