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REDCap

Startup costs for projects requested through the Heersink School of Medicine's Department of Medicine instance of REDCap, a secure, web-based application designed for building and managing online surveys and databases for research studies, will be waived effective immediately, thanks to a generous decision from the Department of Medicine, which supports the largest REDCap instance on campus.

While the initial REDCap fee is waived, other services such as clinical study design, statistical analysis, and others will continue to be offered as a fee-for-service through the Department of Medicine. This ensures that researchers have access to expert-level analytics support when needed.

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Upcoming listening sessions

UAB IT and HSIS are collaborating on a project to consolidate REDCap instances to offer better stability and security. UAB IT and UAB HSIS will hold listening sessions to gather feedback from users and stakeholders. 

Sessions include:
1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, at Cudworth Hall room 140.

Windows 11 Upgrade

Beginning in late September, UAB IT is undertaking a project to automatically upgrade UAB Windows systems to Windows 11, which will affect those computers which are currently using Windows 10.

The upgrades are happening because Microsoft will end support for Windows 10 beginning Oct. 14, 2025, and all Windows systems must be upgraded by then.

Automated upgrades will occur every Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m., from Sept. 27, 2024, to May 26, 2025, and there are steps you should take to prepare for the process. Keep in mind that if you can't adhere to these steps every weekend, your computer will be upgraded at another opportunity, or you can follow the steps below to upgrade on your own.

How to prepare your computer for the upgrade:

  • Leave your campus computer on overnight during the update times.
  • Ensure your laptop has access to the internet, whether on-campus or off-campus.
  • Connect your off-campus desktop computer to the UAB VPN.

How to upgrade your computer to Windows 11 on your own:

What to know about software and systems:

  • Some systems do not meet the minimum hardware requirements for Windows 11, but UAB IT is working with school and unit Information Security Liaisons to identify and address systems that cannot be upgraded to Windows 11.
  • Systems must have at least 64GB available disk space to upgrade to Windows 11.
  • UAB IT has verified that UAB IT-provided software will work with Windows 11.
  • If you are using any software or applications that are not provided by UAB IT, verify with your software vendor that you have a version that will work with Windows 11.

What to expect after your system has been updated to Windows 11:

  • Your login screen will look different, and the Windows icon will appear in the middle of the desktop taskbar.
  • Your system should be configured just as it was before the upgrade, and you should have access to the same resources.

Where to get help and information

  • Contact AskIT at (205) 996-5555 or through our IT Service Portal at uab.edu/techhelp.
  • Learn more about Windows 11 on the Microsoft web site.
  • Learn more about Copilot for Windows 11 on the Microsoft web site, a built-in tool that allows you to use Copilot with Data Protection.

Reach out if you’re having trouble

When you need help, we’re here to get you back to work, fast! Request IT services, report problems with IT services, or read knowledge articles about IT services.

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Microsoft Copilot 365

Microsoft Copilot 365

Microsoft 365 Copilot is an AI assistant powered by your ideas and information in Microsoft 365 tools. It is available to campus faculty and staff for an annual subscription.

Features

Integrate AI with Microsoft 365 apps

Access Copilot in online and desktop apps for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.

Work efficiently

Use Copilot to help organize and run meetings, and provide summaries and action items for participants.

Get summaries

Get summaries of emails, Teams conversations, and meeting transcripts to get you up to speed quickly.

Get a head start on documents

Create drafts in Word, PowerPoint and other M365 tools.

Manage your inbox

Summarize long email chains and get help composing responses.

FAQ

  • What is Microsoft 365 Copilot?

    Microsoft 365 Copilot is an AI-powered assistant integrated into Microsoft 365 applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. It helps users automate tasks, generate content, and enhance productivity by offering intelligent suggestions based on natural language input.

  • How can I access Microsoft 365 Copilot?

    Microsoft 365 Copilot is a cloud-based, annual subscription service that integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365 applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams for users with the appropriate licenses. At UAB, Microsoft 365 Copilot is $385 annually. With Microsoft 365 Copilot, you can leverage AI-driven features directly within each supported app by locating the Copilot icon in the toolbar or accessing built-in AI functionality.

  • How do I request Microsoft 365 Copilot?

    Request Microsoft 365 Copilot in the IT Service Portal. The cost is $385 annually. For a free Copilot, refer to Copilot with Data Protection.

  • What applications support Microsoft 365 Copilot at UAB?

    At UAB, the Microsoft 365 Copilot annual subscription is currently integrated with:

    • Word: Generate content, summarize text, and provide writing assistance.
    • Excel: Analyze data, create formulas, and visualize information.
    • PowerPoint: Create slides, provide design suggestions, and summarize key points.
    • Outlook: Draft emails, summarize long threads, and manage calendars.
    • Teams: Summarize meetings, suggest action items, and manage tasks.
  • Is Microsoft 365 Copilot safe to use for sensitive data?

    Microsoft 365 Copilot is designed to respect the privacy and security policies of Microsoft 365. However, it is important to avoid sharing highly sensitive or personal data through Copilot, such as passwords or confidential student information, to ensure compliance with UAB’s data privacy policies. Explore those policies here.

  • Can I customize the suggestions that Microsoft 365 Copilot provides?

    Microsoft 365 Copilot learns from the data and content within the documents or data sets you're working on, so while you cannot “train” it in the traditional sense, you can influence its suggestions by structuring your data or content in a meaningful way.

  • How is Microsoft 365 Copilot different from other AI tools?

    Microsoft 365 Copilot is deeply integrated with Microsoft 365 applications and is designed to enhance productivity by understanding and responding to the context within these tools. It is purpose-built for business and education use cases, making it different from more general-purpose AI chatbots.

  • Where can I learn more?

    Explore Microsoft’s resources for Copilot for Microsoft 365including:

  • Where can I get help on campus?

    For technical support, contact AskIT.

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Zoom AI Companion

Zoom AI Companion

Zoom AI Companion is the UAB-approved AI assistant for Zoom. When enabled by meeting hosts, this built-in companion helps bring communication and collaboration across campus, all while being secure. Zoom AI Companion features can be used in the desktop application and web browser. Check out the Zoom page for more information about video conferencing in zoom.

Features

In-Meeting questions with Chat AI

Joined a meeting late? No worries. The chat AI companion has a special tool bar for you to use. When launched, users can choose from already generated commands such as “Catch me up”, “Was my name mentioned?”, and “Are there any action items?” Users can also create their own inquiries to ask the chat AI.

Smart Recordings

Organize cloud recordings into chapters. These new meeting breakdowns allow for a more digestible format for information, while being faster than ever before. When you host a meeting, Smart chapters can provide meeting analytics and conversation factors like talk-listen ratio, monologues, filler word usage, and more.

Meeting summaries

Save time and be more engaged in meetings with the help of Meeting Summaries. When enabled, by the host or co-host, it can provide a synopsis of the event and important action items through email and the Zoom team chat.

 

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