Malaria Molecular Surveillance with the AmpliSeq assays

Organiser:

Dionicia Gamboa (Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Lima, Peru)

Contact:

[email protected]

This workshop will cover topics on the application of the novel next generation sequencing (NGS) AmpliSeq assays for malaria molecular surveillance. The workshop will feature both lectures and practical sessions (library preparation and bioinformatics analysis) with international speakers. A surveillance network across participants and institutions from malaria endemic areas will allow the future implementation of these assays and their contribution to malaria elimination efforts in their countries.

Topics

Malaria molecular surveillance, Next Generation Sequencing, Library preparation and bioinformatics, Drug resistance markers, Population genetics.

Participants

Researchers currently working in a malaria research project or coming from a malaria endemic country (Latin America, Africa or South East Asia). Early career scientist, PhD students or research assistants are encouraged to participate. Preferably, the participants should have previous experience in molecular biology techniques, R and Unix. A poster presentation will be required.

Funding

The course has no registration fee, but participants are expected to cover their own travel costs and local hospitality. A limited number of grants covering accommodation and local expenses during the course will be provided to selected early career participants from ICGEB Member states.