Stars of the show
Stephan Ossowski
Professor for Computational and Biomedical Genomics at University of Tübingen
Tobias Rausch
Bioinformatician working in computational genomics at European Molecular Biology Laboratory
Be part of a future at CENDa
Register now and become the next star of the show!
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Central European Nanopore Days
17.-19.2.2025 / UNIVERSITY CENTRE TELČ
“The future will pass through nanopores – so come see the future”
Join us for the Central European Nanopore Days 2025, the pivotal kick-off, where the cutting-edge of technology meets biology. University Centre Telč, in the heart of Europe, welcomes both newcomers and seasoned scientists to explore the vast capabilities of nanopore sequencing. Engage in workshops, listen to expert talks, and participate in innovative poster sessions.
Nanopore sequencing is revolutionizing our understanding by revealing subtle biological nuances in the direct sequencing of DNA, RNA, and even proteins. Come and learn how you can use this tool in your research to achieve answers to your questions!
Whether you’re here to share your research, learn about the latest advancements, or network with pioneers, the Central European Nanopore Days is your gateway to the future for your research. Don’t miss the chance to see how missing details can change everything in our understanding of biology.
Quick Info
Keynote Speakers
Stephan Ossowski
University of Tübingen
Stephan Ossowski is a leading expert in genomics and bioinformatics, with significant contributions to the understanding of rare diseases and advancements in genome sequencing. His work focuses on leveraging next-generation sequencing technologies to uncover the genetic basis of rare disorders, enabling more precise diagnostics and personalized treatment approaches. Through his research, he has played a pivotal role in developing computational tools and pipelines for analyzing genomic data, contributing to cutting-edge discoveries in the field of medical genetics.
Come and hear Stephan’s talk:
Rare Disease Diagnostics with Long Reads
Tobias Rausch
European Molecular Biology Laboratory
Tobias Rausch is a leading computational genomics expert specializing in cancer genomics and the development of advanced sequencing analysis tools. His contributions include creating methods like Delly for structural variant discovery and applying long-read sequencing to unravel complex genomic rearrangements in cancers such as medulloblastoma. His work has significantly advanced genomic methodologies, particularly in understanding cancer-related genetic variations.
Come and hear Thobias’s talk:
ONT sequencing of 1,019 samples from the 1000 Genomes Project
Come see the future with Nanopore sequencing!
Program
TBA
Adaptive sampling pre-conference workshop – with library prep and launch
Registrace
12:00-13:00
Lunch
13:00-13:15
Welcome speech
13:20-14:00
Keynote 1
Nanopore Tech Updates
Keynote 2
15:00-15:30
Protein Sequencing
Coffee Break
15:30-16:15
Basic Research – Single cell, Liquid, Tumours
Posters
19:00
Conference dinner
Keynote 3
9:15-10:00
Stephan Ossowski
Nanopore 4 Germline
Keynote 4
12:00-13:00
Lunch
13:00-13:15
Coffee Break
13:20-14:00
Keynote 5
Nanopore 4 Onco
Keynote 6
15:00-15:30
Coffee Break – Posters
15:30-16:15
Bioinformatic tools for ONT
17:30
Posters with Talks
19:00
Social Evening
Keynote 7
9:15-10:00
Microbiology
Workshop Evaluation
12:00-13:00
Lunch
13:00
Bye Bye
News
Registration open now!
10.12.2024
Register now to be part of CENDa!
Engage in workshops, listen to expert talks, and participate in innovative poster sessions.
Venue
University Centre Telč
Located in the picturesque town of Telč, the university centre serves as both educational and cultural hub. The centre was established by Masaryk University in the former Jesuit College complex.
The carefully renovated historical compound constitutes an excellent environment for the implementation of higher education: the lecture rooms, office spaces, library, café and accommodation facilities are all filled with a unique atmosphere.
For advice on how to get to the Venue, do not hesitate to reach us. We are here to help!
Náměstí Zachariáše z Hradce 2
588 56 Telč, Czech Republic
How to get there
Accomodation
Please note that all participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodations. Should you need recommendations or require any assistance, please feel free to contact us.
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Our suggestions
Panský dvůr Telč
Accomodation at the University Centre
Organizers
I.T.A.-Intertact
NGS Geeks Division
We are part of the I.T.A.-Interact family – supplier of laboratory instruments, reagents and laboratory plastics.
You probably know them already, but for the record: they excel in flow cytometry, have been on the market since 1996 and represent manufacturers such as SONY Biotechnology, Zybio and Thermo Fisher.
Contacts
CEITEC
Core Facility Genomics
Core Facility Genomics (CFG) provides genomic analysis services and access to cutting-edge genomic instrumentation. Our main technologies include massively parallel sequencing using Illumina and nanopore sequencing, and high-throughput and digital PCR. We also have access to additional instrumentation, including cell sorters, flow cytometers, and Laser Capture Microdissection, through our partnership with CEITEC Center of Molecular Medicine. We can also serve as a technological platform for the organization of workshops of various sizes, collaborating with various suppliers and application specialists.
Partners
Oxford Nanopore Technologies
Oxford Nanopore Technologies’ goal isto bring the widest benefits to societythrough enabling the analysis of anything, by anyone, anywhere.
The innovative nanopore-based sensingtechnology provides real-time, accurate, accessible, and scalable analysis of DNA and RNA. Used in more than 125 countries, it aids in understanding human, plant, animal, bacterial, viral, and environmentalbiology, as well as a range of diseasesincluding cancer, and has significant potential impacts in healthcare, food, and agriculture.
Oxford Nanopore Technologies products are not intended for use for health assessment or to diagnose, treat, mitigate, cure, or prevent any disease or condition.