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Career-Focused 2-Day Cancer Genomics Workshop: Unlock Opportunities in Genomic Research & Precision Medicine

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Transform your career in life sciences by mastering cancer genomics!

This 2-Day Career-Focused Workshop is your gateway to understanding the genetic basis of cancer and unlocking new possibilities in genomic research and personalized medicine.

Are you ready to be part of this revolution? 

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DATE: 8th & 9th FEB 2025

In the rapidly evolving world of cancer research, understanding the genetic blueprint of cancer is crucial. Our 2-Day Cancer Genomics Workshop offers a unique opportunity to dive deep into the latest advancements in genomic research and precision medicine. Designed for students, researchers, and professionals, this workshop provides practical insights, hands-on training, and career guidance to excel in cancer genomics.

WORKSHOP DETAILS

  • Workshop Dates: 8th & 9th February 2025
  • Duration: 2 Days
  • Mode: Online (Zoom)
  • Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM IST (Each day)
  • Certificate: Provided upon completion

Why Attend?

This 2-day comprehensive workshop is designed to equip students, researchers, and professionals with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills in cancer genomics. With the rise of precision medicine, understanding cancer genomics has become essential for careers in genomic research, oncology, and drug development. Unlock opportunities in genomic research, precision medicine, and data analysis pipelines through expert-led sessions, hands-on demonstrations, and interactive activities.


Workshop Highlights:

  • In-depth sessions on cancer biology and genomics
  • Hands-on training on cancer genomics data analysis
  • Insights into precision medicine and personalized cancer therapies
  • Career development guidance in cancer genomics
  • Interactive activities and Q&A sessions
  • Certificate of participation for all attendees

Speakers:

  • Dr. Suman Sengupta, PhD: Scientist at immunitoAI Private Limited, CCAMP, NCBS-TIFR Campus
  • Dr Sagar Sanjiv Desai, Bioinformatics Scientist at Neuberg Centre for Genomic Medicine
  • Mrs. Tithi: Cancer genomics expert with years of experience in genomic research
  • Mrs. Elamathi: Bioinformatics specialist with expertise in data analysis pipelines
  • Mrs. Divya: Precision medicine Expert

 

 


Workshop Agenda:

Day 1: Understanding Cancer Genomics

Welcome Note

Speaker: Mrs. Tithi
Time: 10:00 - 10:05 AM
An introduction to the speakers and an overview of the workshop objectives.

Session I: Building the Foundations of Cancer Genomics

Speaker: Mrs. Tithi
Time: 10:05 - 11:00 AM

Topics Covered:

  • Overview of cancer biology and genomics
  • Hallmarks of cancer and their genetic basis
  • Types of mutations and their clinical significance
  • Role of miRNA and mutator genes in cancer development
  • Key advancements in cancer genomics research (The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA), International Cancer Genome Consortium (ICGC))

Demonstrations:

  • Animation/Video explaining cell cycle and cancer progression

  • Animation/Video on apoptosis and cancer development


Session II: Genomic Techniques in Cancer Research

Speaker: Dr Sagar Sanjiv Desai, 
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Topics Covered:

  • Techniques shaping cancer research: Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), RNA-Seq, Whole Exome Sequencing, CRISPR/Cas9, Liquid Biopsies, and ctDNA
  • Epigenomics techniques: ChIP-Seq, ATAC-Seq
  • Microarray technologies for gene expression profiling

Demonstrations:

  • Animated videos on working principles of various genomic techniques


Session III: Cancer Genomics Data Analysis Pipeline

Speaker: Mrs. Elamathi
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Topics Covered:

  • Overview of the data analysis pipeline
  • Data preprocessing, variant calling, annotation, gene expression analysis
  • Clinical interpretation of genomics data
  • Tools and databases for cancer research: COSMIC, dbSNP, ClinVar, GEO, OncoKB

Hands-On Session:

  • Demo on fetching data from cancer databases
  • Demo on downstream analysis using GEO2R, Galaxy, and AI/ML platforms

Conclusion of Day 1

Speaker: Mrs. Elamathi


Day 2: Precision Medicine & Career Development in Cancer Genomics

Introduction of Speakers

Speaker: Mrs. Divya
Time: 10:00 - 10:05 AM


Session I: Precision Medicine in Oncology

Speaker: Mrs. Divya
Time: 10:05 - 11:00 AM

Topics Covered:

  • Principles of precision medicine
  • Genomics-driven personalized treatment
  • FDA-approved targeted therapies: immune checkpoint inhibitors, tumor-targeted superantigens, enzyme/small molecule-based therapies
  • Case studies on the success of genomics in precision oncology

Demonstrations:

  • Animation on cancer immunotherapy
  • Video on CAR-T-Cell therapy

Session II: Career Development in Cancer Genomics

Speaker: Dr. Suman Sengupta, PhD
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Designation: Scientist, immunitoAI Private Limited
Affiliation: CCAMP, NCBS-TIFR Campus

Topics Covered:

  • Essential skills for success in cancer genomics
  • Career paths in cancer genomics: academia, industry, and clinical settings
  • Identifying internships, scholarships, research, and funding opportunities
  • Networking and collaborations in the field

Insights:

  • The speaker will share personal experiences in cancer genomics


Session III: Interactive Quiz/Activity & Q&A

Facilitators: All Faculties
Time: 12:00 - 12:30 PM

Activities:

  • Spot-the-Cancer-Genes Challenge: Participants identify cancer-related genes in a diagram cloud
  • Cancer Crossword Puzzle: A challenging crossword related to cancer genomics

Rewards:

  • Winners will receive certificates or freebies


Conclusion of the Workshop

Speaker: Mrs. Divya / Mrs. Tithi
Time: 12:30 - 1:00 PM


Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Comprehensive understanding of cancer biology and genomics
  • Familiarity with advanced genomic techniques
  • Ability to analyze cancer genomics data using bioinformatics tools
  • Knowledge of precision medicine in oncology
  • Insights into career development and opportunities in cancer genomics

Who Should Attend?

  • Biotechnology and life sciences students
  • Research scholars and PhD candidates
  • Genomics enthusiasts
  • Healthcare professionals interested in precision medicine
  • Industry professionals looking to upskill in cancer genomics

Limited Seats Available!

Secure your spot now to unlock career opportunities in cancer genomics and precision medicine.


For more information, contact us at: 📧 Email: info@biotecnika.org 📞 Phone: +91-080-5099-7000 🌐 Website: www.biotecnika.org

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