Bioinformatics involves the integration of computers, software tools, and databases in an effort to address biological questions. Bioinformatics approaches are often used for major initiatives that generate large data sets. Two important large-scale activities that use bioinformatics are genomics and proteomics. Genomics refers to the analysis of genomes. A genome…
In the last few decades, we have been able to curb the number of children affected by polio and the number of countries harbouring the virus with great success. This is made possible by the introduction of two very efficient vaccines and the establishment of a global mass-scale immunisation campaign…
Come visit us at the Science Outreach Fair, Thursday May 8, 2008, 4-8PM at the Vancouver Public Library Promenade, 350 West Georgia Street. Meet educators and professionals from BC science and technology outreach organizations, post secondary institutions, professional associations, and industry. Preview school outreach programs and services and collect resources…
Henry de la Beche’s “Duria Antiquior,” an image of the carnage that must have taken place on the shores of the ancient Dorset. Years ago, when touring dino-mation exhibits were all the rage, my parents took me to “see the dinosaurs” at the Morris Museum. I was terrified. I had…
Do you have a copy of your own genome sequence on your iPod? In this session, we’ll use the story of the human genome project to discuss how technology has revolutionized biological research. We’ll highlight recent breakthroughs in genomics and discuss the relevancy of bioinformatics in your classroom.
Come hear Dr. Joanne Fox this weekend at the Catalyst 2008 conference in Kelowna, BC. Joanne is delivering a talk entitled, “Re-imagining Biology: Science, Technology and the Human Genome” in a featured session of the conference, 11:30 – 12:30 Saturday, April 26th. We’ll see you there!
The Bioinformatics Workshop is a three-day intensive training workshop that AMBL offers to a professional audience. Current topics in bioinformatics, genomics and proteomics are covered. Participants are introduced to common tools and database resources for bioinformatics. Practical exercises and guided tours give workshop participants hands-on experience with bioinformatics searches, tasks, and analyses.
The Michael Smith Laboratories and the UBC Celebrate Research Week were pleased to announce a one day Scientific Conference designed for high school students (Grades 8 to 12). This event showcased various scientific pursuits, including the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities, as well as interact with some of the…
We’ve been lucky enough to garner great reviews from our previous participants in the bioinformatics workshops. A few of their comments are reprinted here with permission.
DATE: OCT 19TH, 2007 LOCATION: Michael Smith Building, 2185 East Mall, University of British Columbia. Directions can be found at: http://www.michaelsmith.ubc.ca/about/where_to_find_us/ SCHEDULE: 9:30 – 9:45: Welcoming remarks, and overview of programs available at the Michael Smith Labs, as well as introduction to the day’s activities. Coffee and snacks will be…
