Genomic Technologies in Clinical Diagnostics: Next Generation Sequencing
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Brief Introduction
Understand new and established genomic sequencing technologies, and how to apply them in clinical practice.Course Summary
Learn about the latest developments in next generation sequencing technology and how to apply them to a variety of research fields.Key Learning Points
- Understand the principles and applications of next generation sequencing.
- Learn about the latest sequencing platforms and their features.
- Gain practical experience in analyzing sequencing data and interpreting results.
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the principles and applications of next generation sequencing technology.
- Gain practical experience in analyzing sequencing data.
- Learn how to interpret sequencing results and apply them to research in various fields.
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of genetics and molecular biology.
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Python and R.
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Genomics and Bioinformatics
- Introduction to Data Science
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- President and Founding Director of the Broad Institute
- Director of the National Institutes of Health
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is designed for scientists and healthcare professionals with an interest in obtaining a postgraduate-level understanding of genomic sequencing technologies. If you are completing both Genomic Technologies in Clinical Diagnostics courses, we recommend that you complete first. And if you are new to the field, we recommend that before you start either course, you complete – the first in the program from St George’s.
Knowledge
- The changing landscape of genomics: From Sanger sequencing to Next Generation SequencingOverview of Next Generation Sequencing platforms and their methodologyTargeted resequencingAlignment, variant calling and annotationOther applications of Next Generation Sequencing beyond DNA sequencingNext Generation Sequencing in gene discoveryGene discovery in the research and diagnosticsNext Generation Sequencing in clinical diagnostics: Single gene, gene panel sequencing, exome and genome sequencingHow to design a gene panelThe 100 000 Genomes projectThe transforming NHS: Genomics in mainstream practice
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the world of Next Generation Sequencing with this comprehensive course designed to provide learners with a deep understanding of the technology and its applications. Students have praised the course for its engaging materials and interactive content, making it easy to follow and understand.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Engaging materials and interactive contentPros from User Reviews
- Clear and concise explanations of complex concepts
- Interactive activities help reinforce learning
- Excellent resources provided for further study
- Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
- Great introduction to NGS technology
Cons from User Reviews
- Some technical difficulties with the platform
- Course may be too basic for advanced learners
- Not enough practical application exercises
- Could benefit from more in-depth discussion of specific applications
- No real-time interaction with instructors
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