Workshops for All

LibrarySearch, is a tool that helps you discover and access different types of library resources, such as books, journal articles, reviews, theses and dissertations.

After attending this workshop, you will be able to:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of LibrarySearch
• Locate books and journal articles
• Search for materials on a specific topic

Finding credible academic sources to support your research can be challenging.

After attending this workshop, you will be able to:

• Locate required textbooks and course readings for your subjects
• Develop effective search strategies to enhance your research process
• Find and evaluate reliable sources for your assignments and projects

Language: English

**This workshop is part of the Learning SMART Hub: Academic Success Journey, in collaboration with the Office of Student Affairs (OSA).

Discover how AI can make literature search smarter, faster, and more interactive. This workshop introduces AI-powered academic tools available through the Library, including Web of Science Research Assistant and Scite, and explores practical ways to apply them effectively in your research.

After attending this workshop, you will be able to:

• Gain an overview of AI tools available for literature discovery
• Conduct effective and targeted literature searches using these tools
• Understand the functionalities, advantages, and constraints of AI-driven research platforms

GenAI is a growing area influencing learning for students. This workshop will provide an introduction and best practices for university students using AI tools.

After attending this workshop, you will be:

• Familiar with the university guideline for students on the use of GenAI tools
• Able to understand their limitations and best practices for using GenAI tools
• Able to explore potential applications of GenAI tools for assignments and projects

Language: English

**This workshop is part of the Learning SMART Hub: Academic Success Journey, in collaboration with the Office of Student Affairs (OSA).

As generative AI (GenAI) becomes an increasingly common part of academic life, students need to understand not only what these tools can do, but where their limitations begin. This session explores how AI can support brainstorming, literature discovery, and research workflows while highlighting the essential role of human judgement, source verification, and academic responsibility.

After attending this workshop, you will be able to:

• Identify the strengths and limitations of GenAI
• Apply responsible and ethical practices when using GenAI
• Use Food Science and Technology Abstracts (FSTA) and other scholarly databases to find reliable literature

Speaker: Ms. Angela Ball, Customer Relations Manager, IFIS Publishing

Language: English

Target Audience: Open to all students. Science undergraduates are especially encouraged to participate.

** This workshop is organized in collaboration with the Food & Nutritional Sciences Programme, School of Life Sciences, CUHK.

After attending this workshop, you will know:

• What Reaxys is and how it supports chemical data and literature discovery
• How to access Reaxys and explore its AI-powered discovery features
• How Reaxys supports retrosynthesis workflows and bioactivity analysis
• Best practices for working with Reaxys
• Where to find useful resources for help, training, and support

Speaker: Dr. Shimaa Heikal, Customer Success Consultant, ELSEVIER

Language: English

About Reaxys:
Reaxys is a web-based chemistry database that provides extensive information on chemical substances, reactions, properties, and literature references. It is relevant to professionals in chemistry, materials science, pharmaceuticals, and related life sciences, and includes AI-powered search and retrosynthesis capabilities.

LeapSpace, a new evolution of Scopus AI and ScienceDirect AI, is Elsevier’s research-grade AI workspace, combining trusted, peer-reviewed content from Scopus and ScienceDirect with responsible AI in a single, secure environment. This session explores how AI can support literature discovery and research, and how LeapSpace helps students and researchers generate fully referenced, verifiable insights they can act on with confidence.

After attending this workshop, you will be able to:

• Know what LeapSpace is and how it differs from general-purpose AI tools
• Use natural-language search to explore and compare scholarly literature
• Assess the reliability of AI-generated insights using citations and Trust Cards
• Generate structured research reports using Deep Research
• Identify potential research collaborators and funding opportunities
• Apply responsible and informed AI practices in academic research

Additional resources and support materials will be provided, followed by a Q&A session at the end of the training.

Speaker: Mr. Chang-seok Shin, Customer Success Consultant, Subject Matter Expert

Language: English

This session will cover:

• Scite data and service
• Browser extension and Scite badges
• Citation report
• Literature search
• Collections, insights and alerts
• Assistant by Scite – AI search
• Q&A

Speaker: Mr Eric Colteau, Implementations Lead at Research Solutions

Language: English

Academic referencing is essential. You are always recommended to knowledge the sources of work that you borrow from others.

After attending this workshop, you will be able to:

• Identify and avoid plagiarism
• Cite sources properly, including AI-generated content
• Know how EndNote can streamline the citation process

Language: English

**This workshop is part of the Learning SMART Hub: Academic Success Journey, in collaboration with the Office of Student Affairs (OSA).

A hands-on workshop for beginners to learn basic EndNote skills for managing references and citing the sources smoothly.

After attending this workshop, you will be able to:

• Create an EndNote library
• Add references through PDFs, LibrarySearch and various databases to EndNote
• Generate in-text citations and references in MS Word
• Manage references effectively using grouping features

In this workshop, you will learn the basic principles of laser engraving and cutting while designing your favorite pattern to be engraved onto a wooden aroma charm. By the end of the session, you will have a unique creation that is both a piece of artwork and a reflection of your learning journey. Come and enjoy the fun of hands-on making!

Note: Please use copyright-free patterns or your own original digital designs to ensure your work is safe and compliant.

Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email later.

In this workshop, we will start with a Blender interface tour, learning how to move, rotate, and scale objects. Next, you will get hands-on practice with Blender by posing the “White Character” model in different positions. You will also learn how to export your work into an STL file and send it to a 3D printer to create 3D-printed objects.

This beginner-friendly course is designed to be simple and easy to follow. No prior experience required, easy to learn!

Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email later.