Metagenomics Course
Gain comprehensive skills in metagenomics focused on water environments. The course covers study design, sample collection, nucleic acid extraction, sequencing choices, bioinformatics analysis, and statistical evaluation to deliver trustworthy taxonomic and functional data for environmental biology research. Ideal for building robust, publishable insights in biological sciences.
from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a hands-on guide to planning and conducting effective water metagenomics research, from sample collection through to data analysis. You will learn to develop strong experimental designs, select optimal sequencing methods, improve nucleic acid extraction techniques, and minimise contamination risks. Additionally, gain expertise in bioinformatics pipelines, statistical methods, data visualisation, and result validation to ensure your findings are dependable, repeatable, and ready for publication.
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Develop skills
- Design effective water metagenomics experiments with clear hypotheses, proper controls, and detailed metadata.
- Select and optimise sequencing platforms, coverage depth, and hybrid methods efficiently.
- Perform contamination-free lab procedures to extract superior DNA/RNA from water samples.
- Execute complete bioinformatics pipelines including QC, taxonomy, MAG recovery, and gene annotation.
- Interpret data and present findings using diversity metrics, functional analysis, and compelling visuals.
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