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.
Fundamentals of sequencing platforms and workflows
Best practices for bacterial DNA isolation from diverse samples
Quantification and validation techniques
Sample preparation for sequencing
Hands-on Illumina training
Genome assembly, annotation, and variant detection
Resistance mechanisms and outbreak investigation
Real-world case studies in bacterial genomics
Researchers in microbiology, genomics, and related fields
Eligibility: Background in microbiology, molecular biology, or related fields required. Prior Basic coding or bioinformatics experience is helpful but not required.
Graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in relevant disciplines
Eligibility: Background in microbiology, molecular biology, or related fields required. Prior Basic coding or bioinformatics experience is helpful but not required.
Laboratory scientists seeking practical genomics expertise
Eligibility: Background in microbiology, molecular biology, or related fields required. Prior Basic coding or bioinformatics experience is helpful but not required.
Public health professionals involved in infectious disease surveillance
Eligibility: Background in microbiology, molecular biology, or related fields required. Prior Basic coding or bioinformatics experience is helpful but not required.
Healthcare professionals working on antimicrobial resistance
Eligibility: Background in microbiology, molecular biology, or related fields required. Prior Basic coding or bioinformatics experience is helpful but not required.
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This training aligns with IGH’s mission to:
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“I greatly appreciate the communication on the very hard process, what we needed to do in terms of providing good samples, what to expect. Novalab laboratory provided tests what we needed in terms of laboratory certification that we can use with our customers.”
CEO at Google INC
“I greatly appreciate the communication on the very hard process, what we needed to do in terms of providing good samples, what to expect. Novalab laboratory provided tests what we needed in terms of laboratory certification that we can use with our customers.”
CEO at Google INC
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