Workshop Announcement:

Faculty of Agricultural Sciences University of the Punjab Lahore Pakistan

Hands-on online Workshop on “Genomic Analysis”

Date: 11-13 October 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Pakistan Time)

Get Ready to Analyze!

Welcome to the future of science where we leverage computers to unravel the secrets of our very own DNA! Join us for an engaging online workshop that introduces you to the fascinating realms of computational and genomic analysis. No prior programming knowledge required—just an eagerness to discover!

For Registration informations

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What to Expect in the Workshop

In this virtual extravaganza, we’ll cover all the basics of working with genomic data. From understanding sequencing techniques to diving into the nitty-gritty of data processing, our carefully crafted sessions will ensure you’re equipped with the skills to tackle any genomic puzzle. Yes, you too can be a data-whisperer!

Lectures Details

• Introduction to Linux
• Data formats, Genome Browsers, Genomics Visualization Software
• Quality Control and Data Processing
• DNA Sequence Alignment
• RNA -seq Analysis
• De novo transcript assembly
• Variant Calling

Why Join Us?

This isn’t just another online lecture where you nod off at your desk. Expect interactivity, liveQ&A sessions, and perhaps even a meme or two about CRISPR! With our witty experts guiding you through the science-coding crossover, you’ll soon find yourself crunching numbers and making discoveries before you can say genomic analysis.

So, if you’re ready to wear your lab coat, grab your virtual headset, and join like-minded individuals craving knowledge, then sign up today! Get ready to unlock the mysteries hidden deep within your own genetic code. We promise—it’ll be a blast!

Basic Knowledge You may have about the workshop

An overview of basic knowledge for genomic analysis:

Genomics Fundamentals:

1. DNA structure and function​

2. Genomes and gene organization
3. Genetic variation (mutations, SNPs, indels)
4. Gene expression and regulation

Bioinformatics Tools:

1. Sequence alignment (BLAST, MUSCLE)
2. Genome assembly (Velvet, SPAdes)
3. Gene prediction (Glimmer, Augustus)
4. Variant detection (SAMtools, GATK)

Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS):

1. Sequencing technologies (Illumina, PacBio)
2. Data formats (FASTQ, SAM, BAM)
3. Quality control (FastQC, TrimGalore)
4. Read mapping (BWA, Bowtie)

Genomic Analysis Pipelines:

1. Data preprocessing (trimming, filtering)
2. Genome assembly and annotation
3. Variant detection and genotyping
4. Gene expression analysis (RNA-seq)

Computational Skills:

1. Linux command-line interface
2. Programming languages (Python, R, Perl)
3. Data visualization (matplotlib, seaborn)
4. Bioinformatics databases (UCSC, Ensembl)

Key Concepts:

1. Genomic coordinates (chromosomes, contigs)
2. Gene ontology and annotation
3. Sequence alignment and phylogenetics
4. Epigenetics and gene regulation

Recommended Resources:

1. Online courses (Coursera, edX)
2. Tutorials (Bioinformatics for Beginners)
3. Books (Genomics and Bioinformatics)
4. Research articles (Nature, Science)

Basic Software and Tools:

1. BLAST
2. FASTA
3. GenBank
4. RStudio
5. BioPython
6. UCSC Genome Browser

This foundation will provide a solid starting point for learning genomic analysis.

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