Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Sequencing on whole-genome scales
Centre for Health Genomics and Informatics
Our NovaSeq 6000 is in service!
Illumina's most powerful high-throughput sequencer is suited for a broad range of applications at the lowest cost per sample, from transcriptome sequencing to whole-genome sequencing and everything in between.
The Centre for Health Genomics and Informatics (CHGI) is a full service infrastructure platform (core facility) offering Sanger and Next-Generation DNA sequencing services and bioinformatics support to researchers across the University of Calgary.
Researchers need only submit isolated genomic DNA or total RNA and the Centre will perform all the following steps, from NGS library preparation through to generation of lists of variants or expressed genes. A wide variety of NGS applications, from single cell sequencing to metagenomics, are supported.
We aim to build the technological, bioinformatics and human resources capacities required to support the research and health care needs of our university and province, in alignment with Precision Medicine and Precision Health strategies.
Analytical Services
Analytical services for assessing DNA and RNA samples or user-prepared NGS libraries.
Library Preparation Services
Sample prep services for genomic, metagenomic, transcriptomic and small RNA sequencing as well as targeted sequencing via amplicons or hybridization-capture methods.
Next-Generation Sequencing Services
Next-gen sequencers for short- and long-read sequencing.
Consulting and Project Planning
Researchers should arrange a meeting to discuss sample requirements, replicates required and sequencing options before beginning new NGS projects.
Capillary-based DNA Sequencing
Sanger DNA sequencing and capillary-based DNA fragment analysis services are available through the UCDNA Services site.
Bioinformatics and IT
Resources for data analysis and storage
High-Performance Computing
Compute resources in our private server room and other locations.
Data Storage
Multi-petabyte data storage on disk and tape.
Galaxy Server
Secure access to data and pre-configured workflows.
Bioinformaticians
Bioinformatics staff who can provide additional fee-for-service assistance.
Find information on data storage and bioinformatics services here.