Date: 6 October 2009
Time: 9.30am to 5.00pm
Venue: Computer lab, Malaysia University of Science and Technology
Summary
This workshop is specifically designed for all biologists and researchers who are interested in applying bioinformatics for their research. The workshop will commence with a review of fundamental genomics and bioinformatics principles and continue with a detailed theoretical and practical session on bioinformatics applications.
This workshop will also include a hands-on session where attendees will work through the applications closely guided by a team of experienced bioinformaticians.
All bioinformatics tools that will be reviewed during the workshop are accessible for free at
www.mgrc.com.my.
| 9.30 am | Registration |
10.00 am
10.15 am | Welcome Speech by MUST
Introduction to MGRC
Fundamentals of Genomics and Bioinformatics
1. Transcription, Translation and Protein Synthesis
2. Gene Regulation
3. Genome Evolution & Mutation
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| 11.15 am | Tea Break |
| 11.30 am | Common Underlying Principles of Bioinformatics
Hands On Session
1. Mapping of Human Genes
a) SynaBlat - Determine exon-intron structure of Uric Acid- GLUT9.
b) SynaSearch - Look for similar patterns in Uric Acid- GLUT9.
c) SynaRex - Identify common patterns to search for other proteins with similar patterns.
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| 1.00 pm | Lunch |
| 2.30 pm |
2. Use of Microarrays to Improve Diagnostics of Dengue Fever
a) SynaProbe - Select species-specific probes.
b) SynaHybridise - Check for probe specificity.
3. Comparative Analysis of Viruses Infecting Plants
a) SynaCompare - Compare bacterial and viral genomes
b) SynaTate - Annotate genes and protiens
c) SynaBlast - Search sequences using a Blast-like interface
Case Study
Comparative Genomics Werner Syndrome
Zinc Cluster Proteins
EIR1-a root specific protein involved in auxin transport
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| 5.00 pm | Tea Break, Group Photo and End of Session |
