Training Foundations & programming
BioCoding in R: a practical approach to sequence and genomic analysis
A 10-day live program to master sequence and genomic analysis in R through hands-on coding, alignments, phylogenetic trees and real biological data.
- 10 daysMon–Fri, live online
- 1 houra day, evening IST
- 5 modulesHands-on in R
Next cohort
Dates to be announced
- Duration10 days
- ScheduleMon–Fri · 1 hour a day
- ModeLive online (Google Meet)
Curriculum
Sequence and genomic analysis in R
Five modules built around real biological data.
R
01
R basics for bioinformatics
The R essentials you need to work with biological data.
02
Analyzing DNA sequences
GC content, codon usage and other sequence properties.
03
Pairwise and multiple sequence alignment
Align sequences and interpret the results.
04
Phylogenetic trees
Build and visualize phylogenetic trees.
05
Comparative genomics
Compare genomes and draw biological conclusions.
Who should apply
Eligibility
- Students in B.Sc., B.Tech., M.Sc., M.Tech. or PhD programs in life sciences or computer science
- Postdocs and research scholars
- Teaching and industry professionals
What’s included
Program benefits
- Live, instructor-led sessions
- Recordings of every session
- Workshop materials
- Certificate
- Online technical support after the workshop
Fees
Course fees
One fee covers all live sessions, recordings, materials and the certificate. Payment and registration open when the next cohort is announced.
| Category | India (INR) | International (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Students (up to PhD) | ₹2,000 | USD 35 |
| Postdocs / research scholars | ₹2,250 | USD 40 |
| Staff / faculty | ₹2,500 | USD 45 |
| Industry professionals | ₹3,000 | USD 50 |
Teaching team
Course instructors
SMDr. Shikha MittalBioinformatics Trainer, CBIRT
TADr. Tamanna AnwarFounder, CBIRT
Format
How the course runs
- DatesTo be announced
- SessionsMon–Fri, 1 hour a day (last cohort: 7:00–8:00 PM IST)
- PlatformGoogle Meet (live)
- Missed a session?Recordings provided
FAQ
Course questions
When does the next cohort start?
Dates are not announced yet. Click Notify me or message us on WhatsApp, and we’ll tell you when enrollment opens.
Do I need prior experience?
A basic understanding of bioinformatics is expected.
What will I need on my computer?
A computer running Windows 10/11, macOS or Linux, with a reliable internet connection. Google Meet runs in your web browser.
What if I miss a live session?
Every session is recorded, and you get access to the recordings.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. The certificate is awarded on completing the course assignment.
Interested in BioCoding in R?
Get notified when the next cohort opens, or ask us about prerequisites and fees.