Full automation: from sample storage to high-throughput DNA sequencing services (from Pathogens to Human Genomes).This service is run as a not-for-profit program that researchers and industry can access in order to increase genomics surveillance and unlock the potential of genomics in Africa.
- Short-read technology Illumina (NovaSeq, NextSeq, MiSeq)
llumina has developed high-throughput sequencing systems that produce high quality data, for varied mid-throughput or high-throughput applications including whole-genome sequencing (WGS), whole-transcriptome sequencing (RNA-Seq), exome sequencing, metagenomics (16S and ITS), targeted DNA resequencing and amplicon sequencing.
- Long-read technology Oxford Nanopore Technology
The systems that we use (MinION and GRIDION) generates up to 250 gigabases (Gb) of sequence data. The portable sequencer produces ultra-long reads (tens to hundreds of kilobases (Kb) which enables the assembly and accurate characterisation of complete genomes, pathogen detection/microbiome analysis.
- Sample collection and shipment service
As part of our field support, we offer sample collection regionally, nationally and internationally. For moreinformation about shipment and forå quotations suitableto your needs please contact us.
For quotes & technical queries:
- Mr Sibusiso Khanyase – email: khanyases@ukzn.ac.za Telephone: +27 31 260 4049
- Dr Yeshnee Naidoo – email: naidooy@sun.ac.za , Telephone:+27 21 927 7179
- Dr Jennifer Giandhari – email: giandharij@ukzn.ac.za, Telephone:+27 31 260 4914
- Not-for-profit genomics: Costing include reagents and machine depreciation only. The service do not build any profit and it is co-funded and subsidised by CERI and KRISP infrastructure and platform grants from the South African Department of Science and Innovation and international funders.
