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  • Learn the essentials of nanopore sequencing and data analysis
  • Learn how to plan your experiments and get started with the technology
  • Gain practical hands-on experience of running experiments with our equipment
  • Get the tools to successfully complete nanopore sequencing experiments on the MinION, GridION & PromethION
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Getting started

Help with planning and step-by-step walkthroughs of your first MinION experiment

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Technology introduction

Prepare to use nanopore sequencing technology with our collection of free video training courses

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Help and technical documentation

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MinION Rapid Start Training

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Work with one of our expert instructors to:

  • Gain practical experience in running an end-to-end workflow on a sample of your choice from library preparation through the data analysis

  • Get guidance on best practice for optimal results

The training covers:

  • Pre-training consultation to formulate a training agenda best suited to your particular needs

  • A comprehensive overview of nanopore sequencing technology and the MinION

  • Technical considerations for when planning your experiments

  • Guided session:

Preparing sequencing libraries Priming and loading flow cells Setting up and monitoring sequencing runs Washing and re-loading flow cells

  • Introduction to basecalling and nanopore analysis solutions

  • Tools and resources available to help you get started

This training includes 2x MinION flow cells and 2x sequencing kits.

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GridION advanced training course

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A bespoke, 2.5-day training course for up to 4 participants, to gain a thorough understanding of the essentials and practicalities of nanopore sequencing on the GridION.

Work with one of our expert instructors to:

  • Gain practical experience in running end-to-end workflows on samples of your choice from library preparation through to data analysis

  • Get guidance on best practice for optimal results The training covers:

  • Pre-training consultation to formulate a training agenda best suited to your particular needs

  • A comprehensive overview of nanopore sequencing technology and the GridION

  • Technical considerations for planning your experiments

Practical:

  • Preparing sequencing libraries

  • Priming and loading flow cells

  • Configuring and running the GridION

  • Washing and re-loading flow cells

  • Introduction to basecalling and nanopore analysis solutions

  • Learn workflows and tools available for your applications

  • Tools and resources available to help you get started

This training includes 6x flow cells and 2x sequencing kits

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PromethION advanced training course

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A bespoke, 2.5-day training course for up to 4 participants, to gain a thorough understanding of the essentials and practicalities of nanopore sequencing on the PromethION.

Work with one of our expert instructors to:

  • Gain practical experience in running end-to-end workflows on samples of your choice from library preparation through to data analysis
  • Get guidance on best practice for optimal results

The training includes:

  • Pre-training consultation to formulate a training agenda best suited to your particular needs
  • A comprehensive overview of nanopore sequencing technology and the PromethION
  • Technical considerations for planning your experiments
  • Practical:
  1. Preparing sequencing libraries
  2. Priming and loading flow cells
  3. Configuring and running the PromethION
  4. Washing and re-loading flow cells
  • Introduction to basecalling and nanopore analysis solutions
  • Learn of workflows and tools available for your applications of interest
  • Tools and resources available to help you get started

This training includes 8x flow cells and 2x sequencing kits

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