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GridION: one sequencer for many

Made with multiple projects and teams in mind, GridION gives you the freedom to start, stop, and scale your sequencing experiments without impacting others. Meanwhile, onboard compute keeps your real-time data optimised. Discover more.


Quick start guide

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GridION Mk1 Quick start guide

This Quick start guide sets up your GridION™ for use.


Device documentation

GridION Mk1Product documentation

Manual de usuario GridION

This document will help you to install, check and configure your GridION™.

GridION Q technical specification

GridION Q IT requirements

GridION Q user manual

The GridION Q is a compact benchtop device designed to run up to five MinION flow cells. Each flow cell is independently addressable, meaning that experiments can be run concurrently or individually. Integrated compute in the GridION enables real-time data streaming and analysis.

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From full-length 16S to high-resolution metagenomics: how do I choose the right microbial community workflow for my experiment?

In this masterclass, find the right microbial community sequencing workflow to meet your experimental goals. We’ll cover microbial identification from full-length 16S/ITS sequencing through to comprehensive metagenomic assembly. In this masterclass, discover: • How Oxford Nanopore sequencing deliver
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How do I analyse my Oxford Nanopore sequencing data without specialist training?

In this beginner-friendly masterclass, discover how to analyse your Oxford Nanopore sequencing data. Find out how basecalling works, the common file formats you’ll encounter, and how to use MinKNOW to set up and monitor your sequencing run. Then, discover how to analyse your data with EPI2ME — no pr
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Which library prep workflow is right for my experiment?

Whether you’re sequencing DNA, RNA, or cDNA, a single sample or many in multiplex, there’s an Oxford Nanopore library prep kit for you. In this masterclass, discover how to choose the right one for your workflow. In this masterclass, discover: • The range of Oxford Nanopore library prep solutions av
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How do I extract high-quality DNA and RNA for my Oxford Nanopore sequencing experiment?

Great sequencing results start with high-quality DNA and RNA extraction. In this masterclass, find out how to achieve just that — from choosing the right method for you to performing size selection, fragmentation, and sample handling. In this masterclass, discover: • How to optimise extraction for y
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How do I get started with Oxford Nanopore sequencing?

Your Oxford Nanopore sequencing journey starts here. In this masterclass, find out how nanopore sequencing works, what to expect at each step of your workflow, and how to plan your first experiment. In this masterclass, discover: • How Oxford Nanopore sequencing technology works and its benefits for

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Device safety and regulatory information

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