The aim of this virtual training workshop is to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of Nanopore sequencing technology, from its underlying principles to its practical applications in epidemiological surveillance of infectious diseases. The webinar will enable participants to explore the latest advancements in Nanopore technology, develop key bioinformatics skills for analysing Nanopore sequencing data, and understand its diverse applications in fields such as virology, bacteriology, and mycology. In this virtual training, a focus will be given on applications to the surveillance and outbreak investigation of pathogens.

 Dates and Duration: 9 and 11 April 2025. Two half-days 09:30-12:00 CET. 

Location: Online - Find the link after enrolment. 

Audience: Public health microbiologists, epidemiologist, or bioinformaticians interested in learning about nanopore sequencing technology.

The practical exercise in this webinar has several prerequisites and requires software installation. Please follow the 'Prerequisites' and 'Software Requirements' sections carefully.

Objectives:  

Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Understand the basic principles of Nanopore sequencing
• Discuss the latest advancements in Nanopore technology
• Perform bioinformatics analyses using Nanopore data
• Apply Nanopore sequencing in various areas
• Recognize the strengths and limitations of Nanopore sequencing 

Participation: This course is open for public enrolment.