The USF Genomics Program has the capability to assist with both sample sequencing and computational analysis for research projects at USF.
The USF Genomics Program Sequencing Core is a NextGen Sequencing laboratory facility which consolidates resources and expertise to provide genomics laboratory training from the Library preparation to Next Generation Sequencing. The core offers assistance with experimental design, trouble shooting, and data analysis. Certified users may reserve time in the USF Genomics Equipment Core for library prep and sequencing. Completion of the USF Genomics RNAseq Laboratory Training is required to become a certified user of the Core. The following services are available for USF users:
Equipment for NextGen Sequencing:
Instrumentation for library-prep and quality-assurance:
USF Genomics Core Policies and Procedures
USF Genomics Core Service Agreement
Questions regarding the USF Genomics Equipment Core can be sent to genomics@usf.edu. At this time, core services are only available to USF users.
The USF Genomics Hub is the computational branch of the USF Genomics Core. The Hub consists of computational biology consultants for genomics research projects. These consultants run Mac, Linux and Windows workstations and have access to USF’s High-Performance Computing (HPC) cluster and a variety of both proprietary and open-source, command-line based analysis software. Data analyzed by the Hub are securely stored on a new HIPAA-compliant component of USF’s HPC cluster. HPC infrastructure and hardware supporting USF Genomics and the USF Genomics Core Facility is managed by the USF Department of Research Computing.
The members of the USF Genomics Hub also are instructors for the USF Genomics RNAseq Data Analysis Training. This training reviews theoretical and practical concepts related to RNA sequencing analysis, enabling them to perform these analyses independently.
To place requests for computational assistance from the USF Genomics Program, please submit queries through the link below. After submitting a request, a member of the Hub will reach out to set up a consultation time.
USF Genomics Computational Inquiry Form
For more information, contact genomics@usf.edu or visit the USF Omics Hub GitHub website.
The USF Genomics Core now uses iLab for all project-specific communications (quotes, service requests, equipment reservations). In order to use iLab, users must create a free account with their USF email. Specifics on how to create an account and submit a request may be found in the iLab Instructions for PIs and Certified Users.
USF Genomics Equipment Core iLab Homepage: https://my.ilabsolutions.com/service_center/show_external/5175.
If you have an inquiry about general pricing, see the "USF Genomics Core Rate Sheet".
The USF Genomics Program has assembled resources for PI's at USF to use when applying for grants. The following document includes the resources and facilities available through the USF Genomics Program: