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UCL Genomics facility

UCL Genomics is a collaborative research facility with expertise in state-of-the-art genomics technologies, genomics project design and data analysis. Operational for over 15 years, this core facility uses the most up-to-date equipment to support your genomic research requirements. UCL Genomics forms part of the Genetics and Genomic Medicine programme at the UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health and is housed in the newly opened Zayed Centre for Research into Rare Disease in Children.

Highly experienced application specialists offer full support at every stage from optimal experimental design to data analysis. We welcome collaborations and can assist with grant applications, data analysis and data curation.

We work closely with the Pathogen Genomics Unit (PGU) and Queen Square Genomics Facility.

Overview of our facilities

  • Experienced staff offer support and advice for experimental design, platform selection, and best practice in a wide range of genomics applications
  • DNA, RNA and library QC
  • Sample preparation from RNA or DNA for microarrays and high throughput sequencing
  • Illumina MiSeq and Nextseq500
  • Full automation for optimal high throughput
  • Full post run QC returning only good quality data
  • Customised data analysis for Microarrays, RNAseq, ChipSeq and other applications
  • Advanced project support for cutting edge applications
  • Accurate tracking systems
  • Expertise in translational genomics through close links with GOSH regional genetics laboratory
  • Assistance with grant applications (experimental design, costs, timeframes and methods), data analysis and data curation