Introductory Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, and Genetics Techniques Workshop

Introductory Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, and Genetics Techniques Workshop

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August 18–19, 2025 • 8:00am–2:00pm daily
Venue: Pharmacogenomics & Genomic Medicine Lab, Dept. of Medical Biochemistry (SMS), University of Cape Coast

Ready to boost your bench-to-bytes skillset? Join this hands-on pre-conference workshop at the Joint Scientific Conference (UCC/CoBReG) and learn the foundations that power modern biomedical research—from basic bioinformatics to essential wet-lab genotyping techniques.

Why attend

  • Build dual competency: move confidently between computational basics and practical molecular biology.
  • Learn by doing: guided exercises in the lab with real-world examples.
  • Leave with workflows: clear, reusable steps for DNA extraction, PCR, RFLP, TaqMan assays, and introductory genetic data analysis.

What you’ll learn

Part 1 — Bioinformatics Basics
Orientation to core concepts, common file types, and beginner-friendly tools to explore genetic data.

Part 2 — Molecular & Genotyping Techniques
DNA extraction; TaqMan assays; polymerase chain reaction (PCR); restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP); and entry-level analytical tools for genetic datasets.

Who should attend

Early-career researchers, graduate students, clinicians, and lab technologists seeking a practical, confidence-building introduction to bioinformatics and molecular genetics.

Facilitators

  • Dr. Nicholas Ekow Thomford (Department of Medical Biochemistry, UCC)
  • Dr. Charles Ohenaba Kofi Hagan (Department of Medical Biochemistry, UCC)

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Seats are limited. Secure your spot today:
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Enquiries: nthomford@ucc.edu.gh | ock.hagan@uccsms.edu.gh | +233 24 479 7595
Conference sites: cohas.ucc.edu.gh | cobreg.org

Bring a lab notebook and your laptop if available. Certificates of participation will be provided (subject to conference policy).