An introduction to EMBL-EBI's data resources - Hong Kong, China
This event will provide an overview of the mission of EMBL-European Bioinformatics institute, and introduce the data resources, services and research at the EBI. It will be delivered using a mixture of lectures, practical computer sessions and discussions based on case studies and EBI public domain data. The practical computer training session will focus on exploring functional genomics data resources at the EBI, including how to search, retrieve and interpret data from Ensembl, ArrayExpress and Gene Expression Atlas. Additionally there will be opportunity to review and discuss the key opportunities and challenges within this field.
Audience
This course is aimed at a general scientists audience working within the GRC of HKU, including both research scientists (professors, group leaders, principle investigators, PostDocs and bioinformaticians etc.) and students (postgraduate and undergraduate).
Tools and Resources
During this event you will learn about:
- Genomics : EBI search and Ensembl browsing
- Transcriptomics: ArrayExpress and Gene Expression Atlas
| Time | Topic | Trainer |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 - 21 October 2013 | ||
| 13:00 | Overview of the EMBL-European Bioinformatics Institute; The Hub for Bioinformatics in Europe | Jing Su |
| 14:00 | Questions and Answers | Jing Su |
| 14:30 | An Introduction to the EBI Resources: EBI Search and Ensembl Quick Tour | Jing Su |
| 15:30 | Coffee Break | |
| 15:45 | An Introduction to the EBI Resources: Functional Genomics | Jing Su |
| 16:45 | Open Discussion | Jing Su |
| 17:00 | Feedback and close of event | |
This event is available for The Genome Research Centre (GRC), The University of Hong Kong (HKU) staff.