Applied Spatial Omics Centre
State-of-the-art technologies to fulfill the needs of translational researchers
About ASOC
The Applied Spatial Omics Centre (ASOC) constitutes the hub of Spatial Transcriptomics/Proteomics and Bioinformatics. ASOC provides advanced genomic technologies and cutting-edge methods to researchers and clinicians at the University of Calgary as well as external academic and industry Scientists.
Available Commercial Platforms
Check out a list of available platforms at ASOC
Professional Histology Services
Check out what we offer and why to work with us
Bioinformatics Data Analysis
The Bioinformatics team offers Spatial data analysis
Background
ASOC is organized as a centre within the University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine, an interdisciplinary research institute that is driven to the future of medicine. ASOC offers Spatial Transcriptomics (ST) data analysis packages and the ASOC Web enables Scientists to browse the analysis results in one place. Users no longer need to look up or trace multi-version files in their email threads and the Web is easy to share with anyone online for collaboration within or across institutes. On the other hand, it showcases the Demo Analysis Reports using public datasets and introduces how ST works for new customers.
Our Mission
We aim to support ground-breaking research in genetics and genomics by integrating advanced technologies. One of the most transformative is the "Spatial Transcriptomics" revolutionizing biological research in recent years. We provide a hub of expertise in advanced techniques, ensuring the upkeep of ST and accompanying genomic tools alongside comprehensive bioinformatics support. This framework empowers researchers to harness these methodologies efficiently for their scientific breakthroughs.
Spatial Omics Services
- Study design assistance: ASOC provides consultation services, assisting researchers in formulating effective study methodologies suitable for their research objectives.
- Technical services for Spatial Omics: With a keen focus on precision and accuracy, ASOC delivers comprehensive analyses of RNA and protein from tissue sections, enabling a deeper understanding of spatial omics.
- Histology & Histochemistry: A broad range of histological services for spatial omics analysis are available to support advanced spatial transcriptomics platforms.
- Sample preparation for Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS): To ensure the integrity of samples, ASOC has rigorous preparation protocols to yield optimal outcomes from NGS platforms.
- Bioinformatics data analysis: ASOC's Bioinformatics team offers rigorous data QC, analysis, and interpretation of Spatial Omics data into meaningful insights.
Platforms
NanoString
- GeoMx® Digital Spatial Profiler (DSP)
- CosMx™Spatial Molecular Imager (SMI)
- AtoMx™Spatial Informatics Platforms (SIP)
10X Genomics
- Visium Spatial Gene Expression/HD with CytAssist
- Xenium In Situ
- Chromium Next GEM single cell (Partner with CHGI)