Our Hands-On Workshops on Bioinformatics are designed to provide participants with practical skills and experience in utilizing bioinformatics tools and techniques. The workshops are led by top professors and experienced instructors who will guide you through hands-on exercises and provide personalized feedback on your progress. You will learn how to navigate databases, analyze and interpret genomic data, and use software tools to perform complex bioinformatics analyses. The workshops are suitable for students, researchers, and industry professionals who want to enhance their knowledge and proficiency in bioinformatics. By participating in our Hands-On Workshops on Bioinformatics, you will gain valuable skills that are highly sought after in today’s life sciences industry.

Workshop 1: Data Analysis Workshop

May 2023

Data analysis is a critical research component, enabling researchers to uncover patterns, trends, and insights within extensive digital datasets, a hallmark of modern science. Button Read more… This workshop is designed to equip emerging scholars with essential computational skills tailored for those without formal computer science training. At the end of the workshop, participants will apply these skills to analyze two substantial datasets—one from a real-world clinical trial and the other from an ongoing Ukrainian-led study, gaining valuable experience in data analysis.

Topics Covered:

  • Code literacy
  • Data wrangling
  • Data visualization
  • Code-based statistics
  • Practical hands-on sessions using cloud-based data analysis environments

Workshop 2: Genomics, Phylogenetics, and Evolutionary Biology 

Date: September 19 – September 28, 2023

What: This workshop offers a comprehensive exploration of genome data, population genetics, phylogenetics, and evolutionary medicine. It’s an exceptional opportunity to develop a deep understanding of these fields. Participating in this workshop will broaden your knowledge and skills in genomics, population genetics, phylogenetics, and evolutionary medicine, providing a valuable foundation for your research and studies.

Topics Covered:

  • Genomes and Scientific Inquiry
  • Introduction to Genome Data
  • Introduction to Population Genetics and Genomics
  • Introduction to Phylogenetics and Comparative Genomics
  • Topics in Evolutionary Medicine: Humans and Pathogens
  • Introduction to Genome Annotation Databases

Workshop 3: Mastering Graduate School Applications

When: Monday, October 9 – 13, at 18:00 Kyiv Time

Join us for an enriching experience, even if you’re not planning to apply to graduate school this year, given the current circumstances, including martial law restrictions. Our distinguished guest speakers, representing Ukrainian graduate programs and esteemed global universities, will share invaluable insights, remote opportunities, and roadmaps for embarking on a graduate studies journey and forging a research career. Join us and empower yourself with the knowledge and skills to excel in your graduate school applications and beyond.

Topics Covered:

  • Understanding Graduate School
  • Crafting the Application and Standardized Tests
  • Research & Academic Culture
  • Financials & Scholarships
  • Soft Skills & Networking

Workshop 4: Essential Biostatistics for Biomedical Research

When: October 31 – November 30, 2023 

What: This workshop aims to equip participants with foundational knowledge and practical skills in biostatistics, essential for advancing biomedical research. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop offers a comprehensive take on key statistical methods and applications in biomedical contexts.

Topics Covered:

  • Introduction to Biostatistics
  • Descriptive statistics and data visualization
  • Probabilities and distributions
  • Hypothesis testing and p-values
  • Regression and correlation analysis
  • Practical hands-on sessions with real-world data