Dear all, We’re excited to announce our upcoming online course, [ Assembly and Annotation of Genomes ]( https://www.physalia-courses.org/courses-workshops/course20/ ), scheduled for 17–21 March 2025. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to de novo genome assembly and annotation, perfect for researchers looking to master cutting-edge genomic tools and workflows. Course Highlights
Explore a range of sequencing technologies, including Illumina, PacBio HiFi, Oxford Nanopore, and scaffolding techniques (Hi-C, optical mapping). Gain practical skills in assembly quality control, visualization, and manual curation using tools like Genomescope, Merqury, and Pretext. Learn annotation strategies using RNA-Seq and IsoSeq data to generate high-quality reference genomes. Benefit from hands-on exercises with graphical interfaces (e.g., Galaxy) and basic command-line tools. Who Should Join? This course is designed for researchers—both beginners and advanced users—interested in genome assembly and annotation. No prior experience with DNA sequencing is required, and basic Linux knowledge is helpful but not mandatory. What You'll Learn: Theoretical and practical concepts of genome assembly and annotation for genomes of all sizes. Strengths and limitations of various sequencing technologies and how to optimize their use. Step-by-step implementation of assembly and annotation workflows for real-world research. This course blends interactive lectures and practical sessions, leveraging the Vertebrate Genomes Project pipeline as a case study. Best regards, Carlo -------------------- Carlo Pecoraro, Ph.D Physalia-courses DIRECTOR i...@physalia-courses.org mobile: +49 17645230846 To unsubscribe from this list please go to https://community.esa.org/confirm/?u=RhPWqPxFwODKvbkiT32nkIqRrsiSgulp
