MGH Research Institute

Ended: March 13, 2017

This course is intended for investigators and research staff at all levels interested in next-generation sequencing resources and applications. It will include an introductory lecture on next-generation sequencing technology and sample preparation, lectures on how to interpret the data and how the analysis is applied in Genomics. The goal is to provide attendees with fundamental knowledge of sequencing methodologies and how to apply them in studying genetic variation and human diseases.

Agenda:
Welcome and Introduction
Jordan Smoller, M.D., Sc.D.
Professor of Psychiatry | Center for Human Genetic Research | MGH

Next Generation Sequencing Technology and Sample Prep Overview
Niall Lennon, Director of Technology Development and Clinical Applications
Genomics Platform & Clinical Research Sequencing Platform
Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard

Sequencing-based association studies of complex diseases
Benjamin Neale, Ph.D.
Assistant in Genetics | Analytic and Translational Genetics Unit | MGH
Assistant Professor of Medicine | Harvard Medical School
Associate Member | Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT

Genomic approaches to rare disease diagnosis
Daniel MacArthur, Ph.D.
Assistant in Genetics | Analytic and Translational Genetics Unit | MGH Assistant Professor of Medicine | Harvard Medical School
Associate Member | Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT

Please contact dcredu@partners.org with any questions.

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Programs: Clinical Investigator Program Experienced Clinical Research Coordinator Clinical Research Investigator

Category: Genomics

Sponsor: MGH Division of Clinical Research