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ELIXIR node event How to start with single-cell transcriptomics

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Date: 31 October 2025 @ 09:00 - 17:00

Language of instruction: English

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Single-cell transcriptomics is transforming the way you study cellular diversity and function, making it an essential tool in genomics, molecular biology, and biomedical research. If you are new to the field and want to build a strong foundation before starting your own experiments, this course is for you.You will learn the key concepts, explore the technologies that power single-cell studies, and discover the latest developments in the field. By the end of this course, you will be equipped to make informed decisions about platform selection, sample preparation, and basic data quality interpretation so you can confidently start your single-cell transcriptomics projects.

Keywords: omics

Venue: Leuven - Campus Gasthuisberg, Herestraat 49

City: Leuven

Country: Belgium

Postcode: 3000

Learning objectives:

  • 10X Genomics BD Rhapsody Smart-seq)”
  • “Apply basic criteria to design a single-cell transcriptomics experiment considering platform choice sample type and research question”
  • “Describe the principles and applications of major single-cell transcriptomics platforms (e.g.
  • “Differentiate between sample preparation methods for fresh frozen and fixed tissues including single-nuclei sequencing approaches”
  • “Evaluate the advantages and limitations of emerging technologies such as long-read single-cell sequencing”
  • “Explain the steps involved in library preparation and sequencing workflows used in core facilities”
  • “Interpret example datasets to identify key quality control metrics and common data artifacts in single-cell transcriptomics”

Organizer: VIB

Event types:

  • Workshops and courses

Instructors: Ria Roelandt, Robin Boiy, Jordy De Coninck, Thomas Eekhout, Kobe Lavaerts, Jana Roels, Isabelle Scheyltjens, Niels Vandamme

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