Ensembl creates and imports genome annotations, including data on genes, variations, regulation, and comparative genomics, for vertebrates, non-vertebrates, and key model organisms, providing this information freely online.

This webinar will provide an introduction to the new Ensembl browser platform and demonstrate how to navigate the website to retrieve genomic data. The new browser is also home to all data that would previously have been shared on the Ensembl Rapid Release site. The webinar will highlight the improvements in the new platform and how these enhancements can significantly aid in genomic research. Importantly, participants will also be able to engage with the Ensembl outreach team to find sources of help and documentation.

Who is this course for?

This webinar is suitable for any researcher in life sciences who is interested in studying genes and genomes. No prior knowledge of bioinformatics is required, but an undergraduate level knowledge of biology would be useful.

Outcomes

By the end of the webinar you will be able to:

• Access the main data types through the new Ensembl web browser platform: genomes, genes and genetic variation.

• Find help and documentation related to the new Ensembl website

DOI: 10.6019/TOL.Ensembl2025-w.2025.00001.1

This webinar took place on 29 January 2025. Please click the 'Watch video' button to view the recording.