HANDS-ON TRAINING PROGRAM ON DNA SEQUENCING USING ION TORRENT NGS PLATFORM AND DATA ANALYSIS

HANDS ON TRAINING PROGRAM ON DNA SEQUENCING USING ION TORRENT NGS PLATFORM AND DATA ANALYSIS

This program provides a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience with Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies using the Ion Torrent platform. It covers library preparation, sequencing, and bioinformatics analysis tailored for various applications like metagenomics, mitogenomics, microbial genome sequencing, and more.

Date: 4th to 11th December 2024
Mode: Offline
Venue: Central NGS Facility, ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai

Objectives

  • Equip participants with skills for high-throughput sequencing and downstream data analysis.
  • Enable ST category Ph.D. students to utilize advanced NGS techniques for research and career development.
  • Enhance knowledge on genome organization, SNP discovery, and phylogenomics.

Key Features

  • Hands-on sessions on DNA library preparation, sequencing, and quality assessment.
  • Training on bioinformatics tools for data mapping, assembly, and analysis.
  • Applications in metagenomics, SSR marker mining, and transcriptome studies.
  • Guidance on NGS data submission and retrieval from public repositories.

 

Eligibility

  • Open to Ph.D. students belonging to the ST category.

Travel and Accommodation

  • Travel: To-and-fro train fare (Sleeper III Tier) by the shortest route. Air travel difference to be borne by participants.
  • Accommodation: Free lodging and boarding will be provided during the training.

 

Registration Details

Last Date for Application: 25th November 2024
How to Apply:

  • Submit the filled registration form along with a valid category certificate to ngslab@cife.edu.in.

 

Contact Information

Course Director:
Dr. Aparna Chaudhari, Principal Scientist & In-Charge, Central NGS Facility

aparnac@cife.edu.in

Email: ngslab@cife.edu.in
Website: www.cife.edu.in

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills in advanced genomic research!