There is a clear demand for quantitative literacy in the life sciences, necessitating competent
instructors in higher education. However, not all instructors are versed in data science skills …

Motivation We learn more effectively through experience and reflection than through passive
reception of information. Bioinformatics offers an excellent opportunity for project-based …

There is a clear and concrete need for greater quantitative literacy in the biological and
environmental sciences. Data science training for students in higher education necessitates …

Short-term events, like hackathons, are commonly applied to innovate on novel subject
areas and on ground-breaking technologies. While such events have led to significant …

Attending computer science conferences can give students insight into the research process
and how academic work is disseminated. This study examines undergraduate student …