Week 3
Learn to use Parley (internal researcher database) to find experts quickly, then use AI to synthesize and communicate findings.
Parley for Research Discovery + AI Synthesis
MONDAY — TURNTABLE TEAM
Part 1: Parley Navigation Tutorial (0-30 min)
Introduction to Parley: what it is and how to search it
Finding researchers by topic, expertise, or center
Understanding research profiles and comparing capabilities
Common search strategies
Demo: instructor walks through a search example
Part 2: Strategic Research Matching (30-60 min)
Activity: Given an external partnership request:
Participants use Parley to identify 3-5 aligned researchers
Compare their strengths, overlaps, and gaps
Use AI to create a one-page strategic recommendation with talking points
Work individually or in small groups
Share findings and AI-generated recommendations
Practice checking AI accuracy against Parley data
Instructor provides feedback on search strategies and synthesis quality
Outcome: Parley + AI becomes a decision-making tool for partnerships.
TUESDAY — BOOMBOX CREW
Part 1: Parley Navigation Tutorial (0-30 min)
How to use Parley effectively
Search techniques for finding the right researchers
Reading and comparing research profiles
Tips for accurate searches
Live demonstration of a typical search workflow
Part 2: Expertise Mapping & Documentation (30-60 min)
Activity: Given a research domain:
Participants use Parley to identify 4-6 researchers working in similar areas
Build a comparison table (expertise, center, focus areas)
Use AI to rewrite complex bios into clear internal summaries
Work on real scenarios individually or in pairs
Share comparison tables and summaries
Verify AI summaries against source profiles as a group
Discuss accuracy checks and quality standards
Outcome: Parley + AI clarifies research roles and responsibilities.
WEDNESDAY — LIMEWIRE LEGENDS
Part 1: Parley Navigation Tutorial (0-30 min)
Parley overview and search fundamentals
Matching inquiries to researcher expertise
Understanding profile information
Efficient search workflows
Walkthrough of common use cases
Part 2: Communication & Routing (30-60 min)
Activity: Given a research inquiry from a partner or funder:
Participants use Parley to match inquiry to 2-3 appropriate faculty
Draft a professional outreach email using AI
Create a simple summary of each researcher's focus for stakeholders
Complete the full workflow hands-on
Share emails and summaries with group
Group review: tone, accuracy, and clarity checks
Practice verifying details before sending
Outcome: Parley + AI supports fast, accurate communication and routing.
THURSDAY — SPOTIFY SQUAD
Part 1: Parley Navigation Tutorial (0-30 min)
Introduction to Parley and why it's useful
Basic search strategies
How to interpret researcher profiles
Finding who handles specific research areas
Step-by-step demo of typical searches
Part 2: Orientation & Resource Building (30-60 min)
Activity: Create onboarding resources:
Participants use Parley to answer "Who handles X research area?"
Turn 3-4 researcher profiles into simple FAQs using AI
Create a "Who to Contact" quick reference guide
Work individually or in small teams
Share and test resources with each other
Verify accuracy and usefulness
Refine based on peer feedback
Outcome: Parley + AI helps newcomers understand the organization quickly.
FRIDAY - OFFICE HOURS
Answer any questions from the different cohorts. Only one hour? Maybe two?
KEY TAKEAWAYS?
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