IGH Bacterial Genomic Sequencing Workshop 2025
Date: 5th November – 14th November 2025
Acquire bacterial genomics competence through hands-on NGS training with cutting-edge Illumina technology guided by experts.
The IGH Next Generation Sequencing for Bacterial Detection and Characterisation Workshop 2025 is designed to equip African scientists with advanced genomics knowledge for bacterial identification and characterisation.
This intensive 10-day program combines theoretical foundations with hands-on experience using Illumina sequencing platforms.
Led by the Institute of Genomics & Global Health (IGH), which has successfully trained over 3,000 researchers, scientists, and students across 53 out of 54 countries in Africa, the workshop emphasises whole genome sequencing (WGS) of bacteria from human, animal, water, and environmental samples.
The training has direct applications in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance, outbreak response, and public health research.
Workshop Content
Who Can Apply
The workshop is open to:
Academic or institutional researchers involved in studying bacteria, microbial communities, or applying genomics to understand microbial functions, evolution, or pathogenicity.
Ideal candidates:
Postdoctoral fellows, research associates, or early-career scientists who aim to integrate genomics approaches into their microbial research or improve data analysis skills.
Students currently enrolled in MSc, MPhil, or PhD programs in biology, microbiology, biotechnology, bioinformatics, or related fields.
Ideal candidates:
Students who wish to acquire practical and analytical genomics skills for their research projects or thesis work.
Technical or bench scientists working in diagnostic, reference, or research laboratories handling bacterial cultures or molecular testing.
Ideal candidates:
Mid-career laboratory technologists, biomedical scientists, or research technicians responsible for generating or analyzing bacterial genomic data.
Personnel from public health agencies or organizations responsible for monitoring, detecting, and investigating bacterial disease outbreaks.
Ideal candidates:
Public health officials seeking to integrate genomic data into routine disease surveillance and response workflows.
Medical doctors, veterinarians, pharmacists, infection control practitioners, or researchers focusing on antibiotic stewardship and AMR monitoring.
Ideal candidates:
Professionals linking clinical practice with genomics-based AMR surveillance, bridging the gap between lab data and patient or population outcomes.
Strategic Impact
This training aligns with IGH’s mission to:
- Build sustainable genomics capacity across Africa
- Support pathogen detection and characterization research
- Enable accurate diagnosis and guide vaccine/drug development
- Address the global challenge of antimicrobial resistance
- Empower participants to establish genomics laboratories in their institutions
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