The EMBL-EBI provides free access to a wide range of core bioinformatics sequence analysis applications via the web and via programmatic access.

This course is split into two main sessions running over two days. The first session focuses on learning about the bioinformatics applications provided and how to use them in conjunction with a range of biological databases. There will be a focus on sequence alignment (e.g. Clustal Omega and MAFFT) and sequence similarity search (NCBI BLAST+ and FASTA) tools.

The second session focuses on alternative approaches to accessing the tools beyond the website. We will explore the Tools APIs and various examples of how the tools can be accessed on the command-line and integrated into workflows.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for anyone interested in learning about running sequence alignment programs and detecting homologous sequences. It is also aimed at those wanting to learn about the EMBL-EBI Tools and how to access the services via user-friendly command-line clients. 

For attending Session 1, no previous bioinformatics experience is required but familiarity with the EMBL-EBI resources and applications would be advantageous. An undergraduate-level knowledge of biology would also be recommended. 

For attending Session 2, some familiarity with using the command-line, general bioinformatics and/or programming experience would be advantageous. 

As part of the application process, applicants will need to provide their attendance preferences for attending Session 1, Session 2 or both. 

What will I learn?

Learning outcomes

After this course, you should be able to:

• Identify the range of Job Dispatcher tools available
• Explore the biological databases available for sequence similarity search tools
• Access the bioinformatics tools via the web and programmatic interfaces
• Identify how to incorporate Job Dispatcher tools into your workflow using command-line tools and/or workflows

Trainers

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