Researcher's Toolkit: A Short-Term Course on LaTeX,

Overleaf, Mendeley and Seaborn for

Sustainable Research
February 26 to March 02, 2024 (online mode)

Organized by
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER
&
SCHOOL OF COMPUTER APPLICATION,
LOVELY PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY, PHAGWARA, PUNJAB
 COURSE OVERVIEW WHO CAN ATTEND?
This course provides a comprehensive overview of essential tools for
efficient and professional academic research. LaTeX, a typesetting system, is • Faculty members
explored for its ability to create complex documents, especially in scientific • Research Scholars
and technical fields. Overleaf, as an online collaborative LaTeX editor, • Corporate Professionals
facilitates seamless teamwork and version control. Mendeley, a reference DURATION AND MODE
management tool, aids researchers in organizing, citing, and sharing Course will be spread over 6 days-comprising of online classes in synchronous
references, simplifying the academic writing process. Additionally, it enables mode, project work, assignments, quizzes, presentations and discussion sessions
with a total duration of 30 hours
PDF annotation and collaboration for comprehensive research organization.
Seaborn, a statistical data visualization library, allows for insightful and
aesthetically pleasing visual representations of research data, enhancing its
interpretability.
This Short Term Course delves into the core functionalities of each tool,
emphasizing their integration to optimize the research workflow. Participants
gain proficiency in LaTeX for document creation, utilize Overleaf's
collaborative features, master Mendeley for reference management, and
MODE OF PAYMENT
harness Seaborn's power in data visualization. Online Payment: Net Banking/Debit /Credit Card Card /UPI (GPay,Paytm)
COURSE OUTCOMES
1. In LaTex, participants will gain and learn to create professional documents, IMPORTANT DATES AND REGISTRATION
including academic papers, thesis reports, utilize LaTex packages and
templates for customization, formatting and creating aesthetically pleasing
documents. *Registration Fee
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2. In Overleaf, participants will understand the Overleaf platform for
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collaborative LaTex editing in real-time, suitable for both beginners and link (Rs.)
experts. Participants will also learn how Overleaf integrates with LaTex INR February 24,
packages abd templates for enhanced document creation. https://www.l LPU Associates
1050 2024
3. In Mendeley, participants will understand a reference manager tool for pu.in/HRD/
(Saturday)
organizing and citing research papers, articles and other documents. External INR
Participants will also learn the citation plugin with word processors to insert Participants 1150
citations and format references according to different styles.
4. In Seaborn, participants will learn statistical data visualization library built
on top of Matplotlib, focusing on creating informative and attractive
visualizations. Participants will also learn the statistical analysis, enhancing * Fee once paid is non-refundable.
plots with color palettes, themes and custom styling using Seaborn.
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CERTIFICATION
 Introduction to LaTex and its features, Document
Preparation, Typesetting, Customization and
Templates, Collaborative Writing Certificates will be awarded to the participants on meeting the
Feb-26, 2024 eligibility criteria i.e. 100% attendance and a minimum 50% score in
(6:30-8:30 pm) the Post Training Evaluation and Projects.
 Handling complex structures like mathematical
equations, tables and figures in LaTex, Cross-
Feb-27, 2024 Referencing and Citations, Graphics and Images,
(6:30-8:30 pm) Final Document Compilation
Feb-28, 2024  Introduction to Overleaf, Integration with LaTeX
(6:30-8:30 pm) Packages, Error Debugging and Troubleshooting,
Organizing and managing multiple projects
Feb-29, 2024  Introduction to Mendeley, Reference Management,
(6:30-8:30 pm) Citation Styles and Integration, Collaboration and
Sharing, Synchronization and Backup
March 1, 2024  Introduction and use of Seaborn for data
(6:30-8:30 pm) visualization using Python, Plotting Functions,
Statistical Analysis and Plot Enhancement
March 2, 2024  Using Seaborn, Data Manipulation and Preparation, Program Conveners:
(6:30-8:30 pm) Multivariate Visualization, Integration with Pandas
and Matplotlib Dr. Ashok Kumar, Professor and HOS, School of Computer Application, Lovely
Professional University.
HOW TO REGISTER
Step 1: Go to https://www.lpu.in/HRD/ Dr. Sunaina Ahuja, Professor and Dean, Human Resource DevelopmentCenter,
Step 2: As a New user enter your particulars to Register/ Create Lovely Professional University.
an Account
Step 3: For Course Details click on “View brochure” in the Program Coordinators:
“Courses available” Tab.
Mr. Sarabjit Singh Kwatra, Deputy Dean, Human Resource Development,
Step 4: Login to your Account created at the time of Registration. Center, Lovely Professional University. Contact No. 9814139900
If already registered, you can directly Login and access your
account. Dr Amanpreet Singh, Assistant Professor, School of Computer Application,
LovelyProfessional University. (M: 9988444494)
 RESOURCE PERSONS
Dr. Sukhjit Singh Sehra, Assistant Professor, Wilfrid
Laurier University, Canada
Dr. Punam Rattan, Associate Professor, School of
Computer Application, Lovely Professional University
Dr. Prashant S. Rana, Assistant Professor, CSE, Thapar
Institute of Engg. & Tech University
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Lovely Professional University has been accredited with National Assessment
and Accreditation Council (NAAC A++). It is also ranked 23rd amongst top
universities in India and listed among the 801-1000 universities in the world by the
prestigious Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023. As per the
Times Higher Education Impact Ranking 2022, LPU is amongst the top 100
Universities globally. This success is achieved by the unmatchable ability of the
university in ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting
lifelong learning opportunities to all, providing inclusive and sustainable economic
growth, strengthening the means of implementation and revitalizing the global
partnership for sustainable development. LPU ranks 38th amongst all
government and private universities in India as per NIRF Ranking 2023. An
eco-friendly, high-tech campus sprawling along the National Highway at the
entry of Jalandhar City, welcomes you. The University is acclaimed for
academic excellence and multidisciplinary program offerings. The University
is among the top 25 institutions in India, recognized for promoting
innovation and entrepreneurship by MHRD, GOI. Every year thousands of
students are mentored to emerge as global citizens and seasoned
professionals, as a result of the curriculum, pedagogy, evaluation schemes
and holistic development initiatives adopted at the University.

LPU-Human Resource Development Center (LPU-HRDC) is mandated

with the charge of Faculty Development and Outreach Training. HRDC
engages with the maestros in industry and academia to ensure capacity
building for developing industry ready professionals. Outreach Training
Programs organized by LPU-HRDC focus on core-competence development,
experiential learning approaches, and developing sustainable systems. LPU-
HRDC hosts the local chapter of SWAYAM – NPTEL offering Massive
Open Online Courses in all disciplines

School of Computer Application as a premier institution dedicated to the

advancement of technology and innovation, we pride ourselves on offering a Contact: Dr. Amanpreet Singh, Mr. Sarabjit Singh Kwatra,
comprehensive and dynamic learning environment for students passionate
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about the world of computing. Our school is committed to providing top-
notch education, cutting-edge research opportunities, and practical
experiences that prepare students for successful careers in the ever-evolving
field of computer science and technology.