Published Ms. Tantip Arigul, a bioinformatician from the Division of Medical Bioinformatics, Department of Research, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, conducted an intensive training workshop titled “Nanopore Workshop: Bioinformatics of Nanopore Technology (EPI2ME CLOUD)” at the University of Parma, Italy.
The workshop focused on the EPI2ME platform, a cloud-based service for analyzing nanopore sequencing data. It provided an in-depth overview of the platform’s functionalities, including the EPI2ME client and MinKNOW software, which convert electrical signals from DNA/RNA reads into basecalled sequences. Participants were introduced to the MinION device, a compact tool for real-time genomic data processing, alongside the EPI2ME portal and agent, which are essential for managing user profiles, generating analysis reports, and securely executing data analyses.
Key workflows such as antimicrobial resistance (AMR) detection were demonstrated, emphasizing quality control measures, including read length and quality score filtering. This comprehensive training offered valuable insights for researchers leveraging nanopore sequencing in their studies.
In parallel with the workshop, Lecturer Thidathip Wongsurawat, PhD, and the Siriraj team strengthened academic ties with the University of Parma by presenting the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. This agreement formally establishes Siriraj as a Nanopore Center of Excellence, underscoring its leading role in advancing research and fostering international partnerships.
The expertise shared and insights gained during this engagement are expected to enhance Siriraj Hospital’s capacity for cutting-edge genomic research, further solidifying its global reputation as a leader in nanopore sequencing technology.
