Announces
One Week Workshop
on
"Big Data Analytics for Whole Exome Sequencing"
22 - 28 June 2017
ABOUT ACCOMMODATION
WORKSHOP OBJECTIVE
The workshop is aimed at PhD fellows and Postdocs interested in next generation sequencing analysis, more specific to whole exome sequencing.
This workshop focuses on the current trends in EXOME Sequence Analysis with special insights into the Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) data
analysis. The session will include the demonstration of various steps of data analysis including description of various sequence file
formats followed by quality control and generation of variant calls.
For lab exercise, various open source software will be used.
The workshop is self-contained and does not assume any special knowledge of computer programming or Bioinformatics.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The participants of the course may be students, research scholars, faculty and industry personnel with background in Life Sciences and/or Information Technology. The workshop is selfcontained and does not assume any special knowledge of the subject.
TEACHING FACULTY
Besides BISR faculty, eminent guest speakers from renowned Bioinformatics Centres of India will deliver lectures and conduct demonstration on various aspects on Bioinformatics.
- Prof. M. Krishna Mohan
Scientist, Head R & D Biotetechnology, BISR - Dr. Prashanth Suravajhala
Scientist, BISR - Dr. VS Sundararajan
Scientist, Singapore - Dr. P. S. Solanki
Scientist, BISR - Dr. Raghavendra Upadhyayula
Scientist, BISR - Mr. Shailesh Kumar
Assistant Professor, Amity University
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates may apply by sending filled application form along with the DD of Rs 3000/- or NEFT details latest
by June 15, 2017 to the Convener.
Note: Now, due to cash crunch and other banking issues, the candidate may also deposit the fee through electronic transfer ( by NEFT).
In case of NEFT transfer, the candidate is required to submit the transaction details (UTR no.) in the form.
The confirmation of participation will be informed through email only. In case if candidate is not selected the fees is refundable.
Bank Details for NEFT transfer
Bank Name: UCO Bank
Account Name: The Birla Institute of Scientific Research
Account No.: 10020110041260
IFSC Code: UCBA0001002
Branch Name: B.D Road, Jaipur
MICR Code: 302028009
Account Type: Savings
TOPICS COVERED
- Introduction to NGS: Focus on Whole Exome Sequencing
- Whole Exome Sequences: variant Calling//Annotation and curation
- Introduction to big data and NGS: Case studies
- Big Data analytics specific for WES: Mapreduce
- R Language for NGS Data Analysis
VENUE
Bioinformatics Centre
Department of Biotechnology
Birla Institute of Scientific Research,
Statue Circle, Jaipur 302001
REGISTRATION FEES
Fee : Rs 3000/-
The fee includes course documentation as well as mid-session refreshments and lunch.
Fees can be deposited through DD or NEFT transfer ( See how to apply for NEFT details).
NUMBER OF SEATS
Seats are limited to 20 only. This limitation, a unique feature of all BISR seminars, will ensure that participants derive the maximum benefit from the course by enabling them to receive the personal attention of the seminar leaders. Criteria for selection is first-come first-serve.
ON-SPOT REGISTRATION
On-spot registration will available only in condition of availability of seat with late fees and prior information.
ACCOMMODATION:
Accommodation will be provided on written request to the convener and the participant will bear the cost
of accommodation. The accommodation will be arranged at the nearby hotels and GH facility at the discounted rates.
| Category | Charges(Per Day) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Category A | Rs 1000 - 1500 | Shared Room |
| Category B | Rs 1600 - 2000 | Shared Room |
| Category C | Rs 2500 - above | Shared Deluxe Room |
MODE OF PAYMENTS
Demand Draft of Rs 3000/- in favor of "The Birla Institute of Scientific Research", payable at "Jaipur".
IMPORTANT NOTE
Only those participants will receive the certificate who completes the course. Mere registration will not make you eligible for claiming certificate.
Attendance in all the sessions of the course is mandatory for claiming certificate.
The registration fee is 100% refundable only if you cancel your registration before last date of registration.
Any application received for cancellation after the last date of registration will not be entertained.
CONTACT
Convener
Dr. Prashanth Suravajhala
Scientist
Birla Institute of Scientific Research
Statue circle, Jaipur – 302001, Rajasthan (INDIA)
Email: prash@bisr.res.in
Tel: 0141-2385094 ext 308 (0),Fax: 0141-2385121
Website: www.bisr.res.in
For further information kindly contact prash@bisr.res.in
DOWNLOADS
Now, NEFT option is available in the form and poster notification.
(To view these files, you require Adobe Reader, if you don't have, then download it here.)
1. Application Form ( in word)
2. Brochure
3. Program - Schedule