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Genomics Core Highlight

Congratulations to Dr. Taegun Kwon from the Genomics Core for becoming a sub-awardee on an R01 grant, collaborating with Dr. Daniel Trott of UTA to explore how senescent CD8+ T cells impact vascular aging and stiffness. Dr. Kwon will utilize his expertise in spatial and single-cell genomics to analyze transcriptomic changes in artery cells at a single-cell resolution, aiming to identify key transcripts involved in arterial aging influenced by T cells. This project integrates studies on T-cell immune system aging, age-related chronic inflammation, and vascular pathology to uncover the molecular mechanisms underlying these processes.

Core Labs Welcomes a New Team Member

We're thrilled to introduce Dr. Janak Sunuwar as the newest addition to Core Labs, joining us as a Data Scientist/Bioinformatician. With a diverse skill set encompassing computational biology, data analytics, machine learning, and clinical bioinformatics.

Dr. Sunuwar's research portfolio is expansive, spanning antimicrobial resistance gene prediction, oncological bioinformatics, COVID-19 genomic surveillance, and the application of AI/machine learning models in healthcare. Beyond his contributions to sequencing projects and COVID-19 variant tracking, Dr. Sunuwar brings a proficiency in analyzing large scientific research datasets across various disciplines.

Accessing UNT/TACC HPC Allocations: A Step-by-Step Guide

The University of North Texas (UNT) Denton and the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) have formed a collaborative initiative aimed at offering researchers an avenue to leverage cutting-edge high-performance computing (HPC) resources. Through this partnership, UNT and HSC researchers gain access to the robust computational capabilities provided by TACC, along with user support services facilitated by the UNT Denton Research IT team.

This collaborative effort aims to empower researchers with enhanced computational resources and comprehensive assistance, fostering an environment conducive to advanced and impactful research endeavors.

Coffee & Learn: 10X Instrument Launch for Single Cell and Spatial Genomics

Join us (register here) for an exclusive learn event organized by the Genomics Core in collaboration with 10x Genomics, where we will highlight our recent acquisitions—the Chromium X Series and Visium CytAssist. This event, scheduled for June 22 at 10AM in RES-326, offers a unique opportunity to explore the cutting-edge technologies that are transforming genomics research.

With the Chromium X Series, we delve into the world of single-cell genomics, unraveling cellular complexities with unprecedented resolution. Additionally, we introduce the Visium CytAssist, enabling spatial genomics to study tissue samples in their native context. Engage in keynote presentations, live demonstrations, Q&A sessions, and networking opportunities to discover how these powerful tools can advance your research. Don't miss out on this exciting event that holds the promise of unlocking new frontiers in genomics.

Unlocking New Possibilities: Introducing the KingFisher Duo Prime System

Introducing an automated nucleic acid purification platform in the Genomics Core - KingFisher Duo Prime System. This state-of-the-art technology enables efficient extraction of DNA and RNA from various sample types with high purity and yield, streamlining workflows and reducing contamination risks. The system's versatility and automation capabilities enhance research capabilities, allowing for increased sample throughput and improved efficiency.

A comprehensive training session is scheduled for June 21st to equip researchers with the necessary skills to maximize the potential of the KingFisher Duo Prime System.

Training Details:
2:30PM-4:00PM (RES-326) - Lecture
4:00PM-4:30PM (RES-126) - Instrument Dry Demo