Single Nucleotide Polymorphism Detection and Analysis Workshop
Decode Genetic Variation—From Raw Reads to SNP!
About This Course
Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs) are among the most significant genetic markers used in genomics for identifying genetic variation. With the rapid growth of next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies, the ability to detect and analyze SNPs has become essential in medical research, agricultural biotechnology, and evolutionary studies.
Aim
This 3-day deep tech workshop aims to provide hands-on training in SNP detection using NGS data, familiarize participants with real-world tools like Galaxy and GATK pipelines, and equip them with bioinformatics techniques for variant analysis.
Workshop Objectives
- Understand the principles and significance of SNPs in genomics
- Perform hands-on SNP identification using real-world NGS data
- Use bioinformatics tools like Galaxy, IGV, and GATK for variant analysis
- Learn data preprocessing and quality control of NGS reads
- Explore SNP databases and interpret results for downstream applications
Workshop Structure
Day 1: Introduction to SNPs and Genomic Variation
- Introduction to SNPs and their biological significance
- SNP identification using NGS data
- Real-world applications and case studies
- Exploration of SNP databases: dbSNP, Ensembl, GWAS Catalog
- Hands-on: Interpreting VCF files and exploring public SNP databases
Day 2: NGS Data Processing and SNP Calling
- Fetching and preprocessing NGS datasets from public repositories
- Basics of sequencing data quality control and error correction
- Read alignment and SNP detection workflow
- Hands-on: FastQC, MultiQC, trimming with fastp/Trimmomatic, alignment using BWA, SNP calling using SAMtools/bcftools
Day 3: Reproducible Variant Analysis and Visualization
- Using Galaxy tools for SNP detection
- Visualizing variants in IGV
- Understanding and implementing the GATK pipeline
- Variant filtering and annotation overview
- Hands-on: Galaxy-based workflow execution, IGV inspection, and GATK HaplotypeCaller demonstration
Who Should Enrol?
- Undergraduate degree in Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Genomics, or related Life Sciences fields.
- Professionals in medical diagnostics, pharmaceutical R&D, and agricultural genomics.
- Individuals with a keen interest in genetics, data science, or computational biology.
Important Dates
Registration Ends
April 27, 2026
IST 7:00 PM
Workshop Dates
April 27, 2026 – April 29, 2026
IST 8:00 PM
Workshop Outcomes
- Genomics & NGS-based Research Labs
- Biotechnology and Pharma Companies
- Precision Medicine Startups
- Public Health and Cancer Genomics Programs
- AI-powered Medical Diagnostics Firms
- Academic & Industrial R&D Projects
Meet Your Mentor(s)
Fee Structure
Student Fee
₹1399 | $60
Ph.D. Scholar / Researcher Fee
₹1699 | $70
Academician / Faculty Fee
₹2199 | $80
Industry Professional Fee
₹2699 | $88
What You’ll Gain
- Live & recorded sessions
- e-Certificate upon completion
- Post-workshop query support
- Hands-on learning experience
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