Introduction to Bioinformatic Tools for Extracting Pharmacogenomics Information from Next- Generation Sequencing Data

Trainers:
• Branka Zukić, Institute of Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering, University of Belgrade, Serbia
• Biljana Stanković, Institute of Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering, University of Belgrade, Serbia
• Nikola Kotur, Institute of Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering, University of Belgrade, Serbia
• Đorđe Pavlović, Institute of Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering, University of Belgrade, Serbia
• Marina Jelovac, Institute of Molecular Genetics and Genetic Engineering, University of Belgrade, Serbia

In the era of next generation sequencing, automatic extraction and interpretation of clinically relevant data is essential for implementation of personalized medicine into clinical practice. This workshop will cover basic concepts of pharmacogenomics, which is one of the pillars of personalized medicine. Pharmacogenomics research and implementation rely on specific data processing that includes calling haplotypes (or star alleles) of clinically relevant pharmacogenes, assigning corresponding phenotypes and untimely informing treatment decisions. In the practical session, participants will perform extraction and interpretation of pharmacogenomic data from NGS outputs using specialized bioinformatic tools.

Experience of the Linux command line and R programming language is recommended, but not necessary.

Workshop applications are limited to those who have completed registration for Belbi2024 (*For your workshop registration, please use same email address as for the conference registration).
The workshop is limited to 20 participants.
Secure your spot quickly — space is limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
You can register for the workshop until June 13th.