Training Genomics & NGS
Genomics Data Analysis for Cancer Prediction
A two-week live program on identifying and interpreting cancer-related genetic variants, from raw sequencing data to a complete cancer prediction pipeline.
- 2 weeksMon–Fri, live online
- 1 houra day, evening IST
- 6 modulesHands-on pipeline
Next cohort
Dates to be announced
- Duration2 weeks
- ScheduleMon–Fri · 1 hour a day
- ModeLive online (Google Meet)
Curriculum
A cancer genomics pipeline, end to end
Six modules from raw data to cancer interpretation, ending with the full workflow on Linux.
GalaxyFastQCMultiQCTrimmomaticCutadaptBWA-MEMSAMtoolsPicardGATK Mutect2bcftoolsSnpEffVEPLinux
01
Genomics and cancer
Introduction to cancer genomics, NGS data formats and Galaxy.
02
Quality control and trimming
Check and clean raw reads. Tools: FastQC, MultiQC, Trimmomatic, Cutadapt.
03
Alignment and post-alignment processing
Align reads and prepare alignments for variant calling. Tools: BWA-MEM, SAMtools, Picard.
04
Variant calling
Call somatic variants. Tools: GATK Mutect2, bcftools.
05
Variant filtering and annotation
Filter and annotate variants. Tools: SnpEff, VEP.
06
Cancer interpretation and pipeline on Linux
Interpret results and run the complete cancer prediction workflow on Linux.
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 Master’s) | ₹2,250 | USD 40 |
| PhD scholars | ₹2,500 | USD 45 |
| Postdocs / research scholars | ₹2,750 | USD 50 |
| Staff / faculty | ₹3,000 | USD 55 |
| Industry professionals | ₹3,500 | USD 60 |
Teaching team
Course instructors
ANAnchal NegiBioinformatician, CBIRT
TADr. Tamanna AnwarFounder, CBIRT
Format
How the course runs
- DatesTo be announced
- SessionsMon–Fri, 1 hour a day (last cohort: 7:15–8:15 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 and genomics 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 Genomics Data Analysis for Cancer Prediction?
Get notified when the next cohort opens, or ask us about prerequisites and fees.