I am really excited to close out the “Genomic Techniques and Analysis” section of the Introduction to Genomic Medicine lecture series today with an introduction to bioinformatics and suggestions of how you can apply tools and databases to research. I’ll cover a number of topics, including: some general concepts to keep in mind when searching/using/analyzing [...]
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Lecture Announcement: Bioinformatics (data, databases, & software)
May 2nd, 2011 by Kristi · No Comments
Tags:2011, bioinformatics, BLAST, data, database, event, genome browser, ICTS, informatics, Information, NCBI, research, St. Louis, tutorial, Washington University
New Seminar Series: Introduction to Genomic Medicine
January 25th, 2011 by Kristi · No Comments
Genomics play a role in 21st century research and clinical practice and Washington University School of Medicine is at the forefront of this evolving field. To continue to meet this challenge, a new cadre of investigators will need comprehensive training in topics related to genomic medicine. A new seminar series is scheduled for this spring [...]
Tags:2011, career, education, event, genome, genomics, helpful, informatics, Information, interesting, medicine, research, resources, translational, Washington University
Genotyping Symposium
September 30th, 2010 by Kristi · No Comments
The complementary technologies of next-generation sequencing and microarray-based genotyping are enabling discovery in the field of genetic research at an unprecedented rate. Massive resequencing efforts, such as The 1000 Genomes Project, are delivering an expanded catalogue of previously unknown genetic variation. This novel content can be utilized for the creation of next-generation microarrays allowing the [...]
Tags:event, Genotyping, GWAS, St. Louis, Uncategorized, Washington University
SAS JMP/Genomics Workshop at WUSM
February 22nd, 2010 by Kristi · No Comments
The following workshop is organized by Division of Statistical Genomics in collaboration with the SAS Institute. SAS JMP/Genomics Workshop at Washington University School of Medicine Date of the workshop: April 6, 2010. Location: 5th floor classroom, Genome Center Building: 4444 Forest Park Ave Cost: Free Click HERE to register For more information or directions or [...]
PubMed and NLM Gateway & ClinicalTrials.gov TRAINING
January 7th, 2010 by Kristi · No Comments
The National Training Center and Clearinghouse (NTCC) will be at Becker Medical Library to offer instruction in PubMed and the NLM Gateway/ClinicalTrials.org. St. Louis, MO site details PubMed® Thursday, April 8, 2010, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Register) This full-day class is designed to teach students how to use PubMed® which includes MEDLINE citations. The class [...]
Tags:education, event, NLM, PubMed, resources, tutorial, Washington University
Public Access to Research
December 17th, 2009 by Kristi · No Comments
OK Open Science fans – now is your chance to be heard. The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy wants to hear from you on their blog about access to publicly-funded research. As you know, research funded by NIH is required to be available to the public within one year of publication. What [...]
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TRAINING: Partek Genomics Suite
December 8th, 2009 by Kristi · No Comments
Copy Number Data Analysis in Partek® Genomics Suite Software Date: December 15, 2009 Time: 9:30am – 4:00pm Location: Room 601A, Becker Medical Library Course Description The training will focus on the analysis of genomic copy number variation. Using a combination of CN & SNP probes, estimates of total copy number will be created, segmented, and visualized. [...]
Tags:course, education, event, software, tool, Washington University
Translational Medicine & Human Health
December 2nd, 2009 by Kristi · No Comments
The AAAS Center for Public Engagement with Science and Technology just released a great set of lectures on translational medicine. The lectures are part of the Abelson Advancing Science Seminar Series. From the site: Translational Medicine & Human Health 20 November 2009 The 2009 Abelson Advancing Science Salon Event on Translational Medicine and Human Health [...]
Tags:AAAS, event, Information, interesting, science, translational, webinar
SciVal Funding Trial Access
July 8th, 2009 by Kristi · No Comments
SciVal is a suite of research tools from Elsevier that helps you evaluate, establish, and execute your research strategies more effectively. SciVal Funding is a “web-based funding intelligence solution” which helps investigators: FIND the right funding opportunities ANALYZE the funding environment MAXIMIZE award chances Pilot for the Washington University Community: The Office of the Vice [...]
Tags:award, event, funding, helpful, interesting, research, resources, science, tool
Gene Screen: A Night of Film on Health and Genetics
July 1st, 2009 by Kristi · No Comments
On Thursday, July 16, immediately following Genetics Day on the Hill, Genetic Alliance will host Gene Screen: A Night of Film on Health and Genetics. This mini-film festival was open for submissions, and after a competitive selection process, the following films will be screened: 6:30 PM Our Dream Come True? 6:45 PM Genome: The Future [...]
