Introduction to NGS platforms and bioinformatics analysis (QCIF)
This is a QCIF course and places are highly limited as Graduate School is paying the fee. If you are unable to attend, please de-register (or email graduateschool@uq.edu.au if you are unable to do so). An unexplained absence could result in all your future QCIF registrations becoming Waitlisted.
Workshop was formerly known as NGS-How data generation impacts bioinformatics analysis
Learning Objectives
- Understanding of current next-generation sequencing providers
- Selecting the most appropriate technology for a specific biology question
- Understand how to use check file type
- Import of data into Galaxy and perform Quality Control
Syllabus
- Brief history of DNA sequencing technologies
- Next-generation sequencing providers and how their technology works
- Common bioinformatics workflows
- Standardised file types
- Sequence data quality control
Pre-workshop preparation:
Attendees will need a recent web browser (Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox, but not Internet Explorer).
About Bioinformatics and genomics
If your research study involves bioinformatics and genomics, we've got you covered! The Graduate School works with different providers to provide a range of sessions with esteemed providers such as QCIF.
Useful links
- Queensland Facility for Advanced Bioinformatics (QFAB): Bioinformatics, biostatistics and biodata expertise
- Hacky Hour (supported by RCC, QCIF, IMB and wonderful volunteer helpers!): RCC runs consultations every Tuesday at Cafe Nano. Come and ask IT questions such as: getting started with Python and R, stats, machine learning, bio-image, software tools, research data management (RDM), how to access high performance computing, cloud data storage and tools for data cleaning and data visualisation. Bring your project's IT problems or come along as a helper! Very occasionally Hacky Hour may not run; follow us on Twitter (@HackyHourStLuc) to get the latest announcements. Aside from the usual IT research questions,
- First Tuesday of the month: Bioinformatics Hacky Hour, ask bioinformatics analysis, software and pipeline questions
- Last Tuesday of the month: BioLab Hacky Hour, ask about experimental design and technical sample processing questions to get started in the lab