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A guide to microbial sequencing with Oxford Nanopore

A guide to get started with sequencing microbial samples with Oxford Nanopore.


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A successor to Sanger: accurate, full-length, and haplotype-resolved amplicon sequencing with Oxford Nanopore

In this application note, we evaluate Oxford Nanopore sequencing for amplicon analysis using matched datasets generated with both Oxford Nanopore and Sanger sequencing.
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Oxford Nanopore sequencing provides superior metagenome-assembled genome recovery and strain-level resolution from a complex microbiome

In this application note, we demonstrate the capabilities of Oxford Nanopore metagenomics by sequencing and analysing the well-characterised ZymoBIOMICS Fecal Reference.
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Oxford Nanopore whole-genome sequencing of foodborne pathogens

In this application note, we demonstrate the suitability of Oxford Nanopore sequencing as a standalone platform for foodborne pathogen whole-genome sequencing.
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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.
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MinION: palm sized, world ready

Discover how the portable yet powerful MinION Mk1D sequencing device can take your insights further afield. Start generating rapid, real-time results without compromise.

Workflow overviews

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Nanopore-only microbial isolate sequencing solution (NO-MISS): flexible, rapid bacterial and fungal isolate whole-genome sequencing

This end-to-end workflow provides a rapid solution for whole-genome Oxford Nanopore sequencing of bacterial and fungal isolates.
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Streamlined identification of bacteria, archaea, and fungi with Oxford Nanopore microbial amplicon barcoding

This end-to-end workflow introduces how to sequence the full length 16S gene and ITS region with Oxford Nanopore technology.
Workflow: plasmid sequencing — 2 pagesWorkflow overview

Rapid and complete plasmid characterisation with Oxford Nanopore sequencing

This end-to-end workflow is a rapid method for complete, high-quality whole-plasmid characterisation.
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Rapid viral sequencing for genomic surveillance of mpox using metagenomic or targeted approaches

This end-to-end workflow provides guidance for both metagenomic and targeted viral genome sequencing to deliver rapid and actionable results.
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Rapid identification of respiratory pathogens with Oxford Nanopore metagenomics

This end-to-end workflow introduces how to rapidly identify bacterial, fungal, and viral pathogens from respiratory research samples using metagenomic Oxford Nanopore sequencing on a MinION or GridION.

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Delivering the future of genomic pathogen surveillance with Oxford Nanopore sequencing

Achieve comprehensive, affordable, and real-time analysis of human and animal pathogens with nanopore sequencing.
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Addressing the challenges of metagenomics with Oxford Nanopore sequencing

Explore how reads with unrestricted length are revealing unprecedented insight into microbial communities.
Oxford Nanopore microbial profilingCase study

High-quality bacterial genomes without the complexity

In this case study, researchers show that near-complete bacterial genomes can be assembled using nanopore sequencing alone.
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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

Protocols

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Rapid sequencing DNA V14 - barcoding (SQK-RBK114.24 or SQK-RBK114.96)

Learn how to perform rapid genomic DNA barcoding using the Rapid Barcoding Kit V14 (SQK‑RBK114.24 / SQK‑RBK114.96). This fast, high‑yield library preparation workflow enables multiplexing of up to 96 gDNA samples with ~60‑minute prep time and compatibility with R10.4.1 flow cells.

Ligation sequencing gDNA - Native Barcoding Kit 24 V14 (SQK-NBD114.24)

This protocol describes how to carry out native barcoding of genomic DNA (gDNA) using the Native Barcoding Kit 24 V14 (SQK-NBD114.24).

Ligation sequencing gDNA - Native Barcoding Kit 96 V14 (SQK-NBD114.96)

This document describes the barcoding of native genomic DNA libraries. For Research Use Only
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SARS-CoV-2 virus PCR tiling and sequencing from RNA using SQK-RBK114.96

This protocol is for the extraction and sequencing of ultra-high molecular weight (uHMW) genomic DNA.

Influenza virus sequencing from RNA using SQK-NBD114 (.24 or .96)

This document describes the sequencing of the influenza virus. For Research Use Only

Analysis workflows

wf-tb-amr

wf-tb-amr is a workflow for determining the antibiotic resistance of Mycobacterium tuberculosis targeted sequencing samples.

wf-mpx

This workflow provides a simple way to analyse mpox sequencing data; taking raw Oxford Nanopore Technologies reads and creating a draft consensus and assembly.

wf-metagenomics

This workflow can be used for the taxonomic classification of metagenomic sequencing data.

wf-flu

This analysis workflow can be used with Oxford Nanopore Technologies sequencing data from amplified segments of the Influenza Type A and Type B genomes, to determine the most likely strain of Influenza to which the sequenced sample belongs.

wf-bacterial-genomes

This workflow is primarily used to assemble genomes from bacterial reads and provide information on features of interest within those assemblies through annotations.

Latest research

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Diagnostic value of nanopore-based targeted sequencing technology for subclinical tuberculosis

Publication: Diagnostic value of nanopore-based targeted sequencing technology for subclinical tuberculosis
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Understanding bacterial DNA methylation and analysis methods

In this webinar we learn how to advance microbial genomics and epigenomics research with authenticated reference resources.
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Building sustainable pathogen genomic surveillance across Africa

This webinar shares practical lessons from implementing surveillance at scale, to specimen collection and sequencing to bioinformatics and data interpretation. Explore real-world challenges, collaboration models and system-level strategies required to build resilient genomic surveillance.
Publication

Rapid diagnosis of common, undetected, and uncultivable bloodstream infections from positive blood cultures using Oxford Nanopore sequencing: a metagenomic pipeline analysis

Publication: Rapid diagnosis of common, undetected, and uncultivable bloodstream infections from positive blood cultures using Oxford Nanopore sequencing: a metagenomic pipeline analysis
Publication

Decentralised nanopore genomics reveals diverse Klebsiella pneumoniae and no evidence of patient-patient transmission in a New Zealand hospital

Publication: Decentralised nanopore genomics reveals diverse Klebsiella pneumoniae and no evidence of patient-patient transmission in a New Zealand hospital

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