Master cutting-edge genomics and bioinformatics approaches to advance viral diagnostics and investigation.

TOPICS COVERED

The course combines hands-on laboratory work with expert-led lectures focusing on cutting-edge NGS viral genome sequencing and analysis techniques. Participants will learn to prepare sequencing libraries using advanced methods like target enrichment and long-read technologies. The course offers practical training in bioinformatics, including the Linux/UNIX command line. It covers key aspects such as data quality control, reference mapping, de novo assembly of viral genomes, and phylogenetic analysis. Real-world case studies will highlight NGS’s practical applications and challenges in clinical settings.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This course is designed for virology researchers at the PhD, postdoc, or senior levels who are interested in mastering NGS of viral genomes. It’s also aimed at clinical virology and research scientists planning to implement NGS in diagnostic laboratories, offering essential insights into the latest genomic techniques and their future applications.

SPEAKERS

• Emma Thomson
• Ana Filipe
• Lily Tong
• Kathy Smollett
• Patricia Dyal Bynoe
• Sreenu Vattipally
• Richard Orton
• Sunando Roy
• Sarah Buddle
• Tamyo Mbisa
• David Bibby
• Dulcibella Boampong
• Nicolas Loman

For more information, please contact: [email protected].