NGS Archives

Genomics Core Highlight

Congratulations to Dr. Taegun Kwon from the Genomics Core for becoming a sub-awardee on an R01 grant, collaborating with Dr. Daniel Trott of UTA to explore how senescent CD8+ T cells impact vascular aging and stiffness. Dr. Kwon will utilize his expertise in spatial and single-cell genomics to analyze transcriptomic changes in artery cells at a single-cell resolution, aiming to identify key transcripts involved in arterial aging influenced by T cells. This project integrates studies on T-cell immune system aging, age-related chronic inflammation, and vascular pathology to uncover the molecular mechanisms underlying these processes.

Core Labs Welcomes a New Team Member

We're thrilled to introduce Dr. Janak Sunuwar as the newest addition to Core Labs, joining us as a Data Scientist/Bioinformatician. With a diverse skill set encompassing computational biology, data analytics, machine learning, and clinical bioinformatics.

Dr. Sunuwar's research portfolio is expansive, spanning antimicrobial resistance gene prediction, oncological bioinformatics, COVID-19 genomic surveillance, and the application of AI/machine learning models in healthcare. Beyond his contributions to sequencing projects and COVID-19 variant tracking, Dr. Sunuwar brings a proficiency in analyzing large scientific research datasets across various disciplines.

Accessing UNT/TACC HPC Allocations: A Step-by-Step Guide

The University of North Texas (UNT) Denton and the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) have formed a collaborative initiative aimed at offering researchers an avenue to leverage cutting-edge high-performance computing (HPC) resources. Through this partnership, UNT and HSC researchers gain access to the robust computational capabilities provided by TACC, along with user support services facilitated by the UNT Denton Research IT team.

This collaborative effort aims to empower researchers with enhanced computational resources and comprehensive assistance, fostering an environment conducive to advanced and impactful research endeavors.

Introducing the Absolute Q Digital PCR System

Genomics Core has recently acquired the cutting-edge Absolute Q Digital PCR system, marking a significant advancement in our research capabilities. The addition of this state-of-the-art technology will revolutionize our ability to analyze and quantify nucleic acids with unparalleled precision and sensitivity. The Absolute Q Digital PCR system utilizes innovative digital PCR technology, enabling us to accurately detect and quantify rare mutations, copy number variations, and gene expression levels in a wide range of biological samples.

A comprehensive training session on the Absolute Q Digital PCR system will be held on June 20th. This training session aims to familiarize users with the instrument's operation, data analysis software, and best practices for experimental design and optimization.

Training Details:
09:30AM-10:30AM (RES-124) - Wet Lab Demo
10:30AM-12:00PM (RES-326) - Lecture
12:00PM-12:30PM (RES-124) - Data Analysis

Coffee & Learn: 10X Instrument Launch for Single Cell and Spatial Genomics

Join us (register here) for an exclusive learn event organized by the Genomics Core in collaboration with 10x Genomics, where we will highlight our recent acquisitions—the Chromium X Series and Visium CytAssist. This event, scheduled for June 22 at 10AM in RES-326, offers a unique opportunity to explore the cutting-edge technologies that are transforming genomics research.

With the Chromium X Series, we delve into the world of single-cell genomics, unraveling cellular complexities with unprecedented resolution. Additionally, we introduce the Visium CytAssist, enabling spatial genomics to study tissue samples in their native context. Engage in keynote presentations, live demonstrations, Q&A sessions, and networking opportunities to discover how these powerful tools can advance your research. Don't miss out on this exciting event that holds the promise of unlocking new frontiers in genomics.