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	<guid isPermaLink="true">https://bioinformaticsonline.com/bookmarks/view/40302/simug-a-general-purpose-genome-simulator</guid>
	<pubDate>Thu, 28 Nov 2019 04:33:18 -0600</pubDate>
	<link>https://bioinformaticsonline.com/bookmarks/view/40302/simug-a-general-purpose-genome-simulator</link>
	<title><![CDATA[simuG: a general-purpose genome simulator]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[<p><span>Simulated genomes with pre-defined and random genomic variants can be very useful for benchmarking genomic and bioinformatics analyses. Here we introduce simuG, a lightweight tool for simulating the full-spectrum of genomic variants (single nucleotide polymorphisms, Insertions/Deletions, copy number variants, inversions and translocations) for any organisms (including human). The simplicity and versatility of simuG make it a unique general-purpose genome simulator for a wide-range of simulation-based applications.</span></p><p>Address of the bookmark: <a href="https://github.com/yjx1217/simuG" rel="nofollow">https://github.com/yjx1217/simuG</a></p>]]></description>
	<dc:creator>BioStar</dc:creator>
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  <guid isPermaLink='true'>https://bioinformaticsonline.com/opportunity/view/14758/phd-opportunity-at-universite-de-liege-belgium</guid>
  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2014 17:16:22 -0500</pubDate>
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  <title><![CDATA[PhD opportunity at Université de Liège - Belgium]]></title>
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<p>The Bioinformatics and Systems Biology Unit of Université de Liège (Belgium) is looking for a highly motivated master student with programming skills for a PhD thesis project (4 years, fully funded) with the goal of designing computational tools that use literature, genomic and structural data in order to infer regulatory and metabolic networks.  </p>

<p>Applicants are invited to send their resume and a recommendation letter to Prof. Patrick Meyer (more details at   www.biosys.ulg.ac.be )</p>
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  <guid isPermaLink='true'>https://bioinformaticsonline.com/opportunity/view/14905/internship-in-computational-biology</guid>
  <pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2014 04:19:40 -0500</pubDate>
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  <title><![CDATA[Internship in Computational Biology]]></title>
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<p>We are looking for a motivated and autonomous intern to study gene expression in hybrid organisms. The student will work on natural hybrids of two or three different species of fungal endosymbionts of grasses. The pupose of this project is to build software allowing us to identify the genomic origin of expressed genes. To do that, the intern will have to analyze expression data (from RNA-seq) to find SNPs on the sequenced mRNAs allowing to identify from which of the parental genome the expressed gene come from. The data will have to be saved in a database using the standard BioSQL schema.</p>

<p>This job will allow the intern to become more familiar with new biological and bioinformatics tools like next generation sequencing, RNA-Seq data analysis and comparative genomics.</p>

<p>To apply for this position, send the following documents (in PDF format) to Dr Pierre-Yves Dupont (email p.y.dupont@massey.ac.nz):</p>

<p>1. A short cover letter.<br />2. A curriculum vitae, with transcript details.<br />3. The names and contact details of two referees willing to provide a confidential letter of recommendation upon request.</p>

<p>Informal enquiries are welcome. Formal applications are due by Sunday 2nd December 2012.<br />Requirements: </p>

<p>This position requires a good understanding of genetic problems, a good command of at least one scripting language (Perl, Python...), a basic knowledge of MySQL or any relational database management system. Knowledge in biological programming libraries (BioPython, BioPerl, BioRuby...), Java, C++ or any compiled language is an asset but not required. Undergraduate or Master degree is required.<br />Contact Information: </p>

<p>Dr. Pierre-Yves Dupont<br />Institute of Molecular BioSciences<br />Massey University<br />Private Bag 11 222<br />Palmerston North 4442<br />NEW ZEALAND</p>

<p>http://massey.genomicus.com/<br />p.y.dupont@massey.ac.nz</p>

<p>Information about the Institute of Molecular BioSciences (http://imbs.massey.ac.nz/) and the Computational Biology Research Group (http://massey.genomicus.com/) is available online. For more information about the position, you can contact Dr Pierre-Yves Dupont (email p.y.dupont@massey.ac.nz).</p>
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  <guid isPermaLink='true'>https://bioinformaticsonline.com/opportunity/view/16158/bioinformatics-position-at-irccs-casa-sollievo-della-sofferenza</guid>
  <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2014 14:25:34 -0500</pubDate>
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  <title><![CDATA[Bioinformatics position at IRCCS Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza]]></title>
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<p>The bioinformatics unit at IRCCS Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza - Mendel laboratory in Rome is looking for one young bioinformatician with specific experience and/or interest in the analysis of genomics and transcriptomic data.</p>

<p>The candidate will be mainly in charge of developing research on Gene Expression/SNP Arrays data, NGS whole -exome and -transcriptome datasets and biological networks in the contexts of genetic diseases, innovative therapies and regenerative medicine. Main activities will be: (i) data analysis (short-reads mapping, genomics aberrations discovery and annotation, variants pathogenicity detection); (ii) functional/pathway enrichment analysis; (iii) biological networks analysis (artificial knockout, redundancy and lethality analysis, gene set essentiality); (iv) developing of ad-hoc software solutions/routines on clusters of CPUs and GPUs.</p>

<p>The correct cultural background (training in Biology / Computer Science / Statistics or a mix of the three) and a strong interest in working in high throughput data analysis will be considered at the same level of specific experience in the above-mentioned fields.</p>

<p>Knowledge of molecular modeling and simulation and willingness to learn one or more of these languages: python, perl, R, Java, C++, C# is a golden plus. Good knowledge of Scientific English will be positively evaluated for this position, together with good presentation and teamwork skills.</p>

<p>Candidates should send:<br />• a cover letter explaining the role they would like to undertake within the Center, even if it is not listed in this job adv, stating clearly why they would be a good fit to the proposed role, and what they would bring to the Center in terms of expertise, ideas, talent;<br />• a CV including a list of publications;<br />• List of referees.</p>

<p>A CV with one professional reference, details on educational background and of the biological and/or bioinformatic and/or data analysis skills and experience should be sent by email for a preliminary selection to: Tommaso Mazza t.mazza@css-mendel.it</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 29 Feb 2020 04:49:43 -0600</pubDate>
	<link>https://bioinformaticsonline.com/news/view/41300/china%E2%80%99s-bgi-says-it-can-sequence-a-genome-for-just-100</link>
	<title><![CDATA[China’s BGI says it can sequence a genome for just $100]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[<p>Using technology originally acquired in the US, the Chinese gene giant BGI Group says it will make genome sequencing cheaper than ever, breaking the $100 barrier for the first time.</p><p>The Shenzhen company says the low cost will be possible with an &ldquo;extreme&rdquo; DNA sequencing system it plans to offer that is capable of decoding the genomes of 100,000 people a year.</p><p>Ref:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.technologyreview.com/s/615289/china-bgi-100-dollar-genome/">https://www.technologyreview.com/s/615289/china-bgi-100-dollar-genome/</a></p>]]></description>
	<dc:creator>Neel</dc:creator>
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  <guid isPermaLink='true'>https://bioinformaticsonline.com/opportunity/view/17187/urdip-bioinformatics-rajrf-vacancies</guid>
  <pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2014 20:52:56 -0500</pubDate>
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  <title><![CDATA[URDIP Bioinformatics RA/JRF Vacancies]]></title>
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<p>CSIR - UNIT FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF INFORMATION PRODUCTS (CSIR- URDIP)</p>

<p>Adv. No. URDIP/ 6/2014</p>

<p>Opportunity for young Bioinformatics Professionals to make a career in the area of Intellectual Property CSIR has set up a Unit for Research and Development of Information Products (CSIR-URDIP) at Pune to work in the area of scientific informatics. One of the major focus areas of research work at CSIR-URDIP is PATENT INFORMATICS. With the increasing applications of Bioinformatics in the areas of life sciences industry such as Agriculture and Health Care (Diagnostics and Drugs), the output of research in these area is being protected by different forms of Intellectual Property rights. Realizing the importance of IP in the Bioinformatics field, Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has sanctioned a project on “Development, Facilitation and Harvesting of Bioinformatics related Intellectual Property” at CSIR-URDIP.</p>

<p>The project will involve application of Patent Informatics tools and techniques to Bioinformatics (including creation of patent landscapes, preparation of techno-legal reports of patentability, freedom to operate studies) to help protect IPRs and develop and conduct training programmes on IPRs related to Bioinformatics.</p>

<p>CSIR-URDIP invites applications from young Bioinformatics professionals to work on this emerging area which offers challenging opportunities and attractive career possibilities in future.</p>

<p>Position I: Research Associate</p>

<p>No of Positions: One</p>

<p>Consolidated amount Payable: Rs. 22,000/- per month + 20% HRA= Rs.26,400</p>

<p>Qualification:  PhD in Bioinformatics. In exceptional cases, candidature of M. Tech. candidates with First class in Bioinformatics with three years of relevant work experience will also be considered.</p>

<p>Age Limit: 35 years. The age should not exceed the limit indicated as on a closing date of receipt of completed application form.</p>

<p>Upper age limit is relaxable for 5 years for SC/ST, OBC, Physically handicapped and female candidates as per CSIR/Government of India rules.</p>

<p>Position II: Junior Research Fellow</p>

<p>No of Positions: one</p>

<p>Consolidated amount Payable: Rs. 16,000/- + 20% HRA = 19,200</p>

<p>Qualification: M.Sc / BE or equivalent in Bioinformatics with minimum of 55% marks in aggregate Job requirement: Scientific literature and patent search, analysis and Report Writing</p>

<p>Preference: Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of patents and or 1-2 years of experience + Knowledge of Computers (MS Excel + Word Processing)</p>

<p>Age Limit: 28 years. The age should not exceed the limit indicated as on a closing date of receipt of completed application form.</p>

<p>For details please visit our website (www.urdip.res.in/careers) for further details and apply online by 30th September, 2014.</p>

<p>Advertisement: http://www.urdip.res.in/download/Advt6_2014.pdf</p>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2020 03:00:40 -0500</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[RefKA: A fast and efficient long-read genome assembly approach for large and complex genomes]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[<p><span>RefKA, a reference-based approach for long read genome assembly. This approach relies on breaking up a closely related reference genome into bins, aligning k-mers unique to each bin with PacBio reads, and then assembling each bin in parallel followed by a final bin-stitching step.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Address of the bookmark: <a href="https://github.com/AppliedBioinformatics/RefKA" rel="nofollow">https://github.com/AppliedBioinformatics/RefKA</a></p>]]></description>
	<dc:creator>Rahul Nayak</dc:creator>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2014 16:54:21 -0500</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Arvados]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[<p>Arvados is a free and open&nbsp;source bioinformatics&nbsp;platform for genomic and&nbsp;biomedical data. User can&nbsp;Store | Organize | Compute | Share the data for free.&nbsp;</p>
<p><img src="https://arvados.org/images/dax.png" width="400" height="535" alt="image" style="border: 0px;"></p><p>Address of the bookmark: <a href="https://arvados.org/" rel="nofollow">https://arvados.org/</a></p>]]></description>
	<dc:creator>Martin Jones</dc:creator>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2020 19:29:34 -0500</pubDate>
	<link>https://bioinformaticsonline.com/bookmarks/view/41937/merqury-evaluate-genome-assemblies-with-k-mers</link>
	<title><![CDATA[merqury: Evaluate genome assemblies with k-mers]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[<p><span>Often, genome assembly projects have illumina whole genome sequencing reads available for the assembled individual. The k-mer spectrum of this read set can be used for independently evaluating assembly quality without the need of a high quality reference. Merqury provides a set of tools for this purpose.</span></p>
<p><span>More at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2020.03.15.992941v1.full">https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2020.03.15.992941v1.full</a></span></p><p>Address of the bookmark: <a href="https://github.com/marbl/merqury" rel="nofollow">https://github.com/marbl/merqury</a></p>]]></description>
	<dc:creator>Jit</dc:creator>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 07 Mar 2021 00:32:44 -0600</pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Ancient whole genome duplication (WGD) detection tools !]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[<p>There are two methods for ancient WGD detection, one is collinearity analysis, and the other is based on the Ks distribution map. Among them, Ks is defined as the average number of synonymous substitutions at each synonymous site, and there is also a Ka corresponding to it, which refers to the average number of non-synonymous substitutions at each non-synonymous site.</p><p>At present, some people have posted articles about the analysis process of WGD. I searched for the keyword "wgd pipeline" and found the following:</p><p><strong>GenoDup: https:// github.com/MaoYafei/GenoDup-Pipeline</strong><br /><strong>https://peerj.com/articles/6303/</strong><br /><strong>WGDdetector: https:// github.com/yongzhiyang2 012/WGDdetector</strong><br /><strong>https://bmcbioinformatics.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12859-019-2670-3</strong><br /><strong>wgd: https:// github.com/arzwa/wgd</strong><br /><strong>https://bmcbioinformatics.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12859-016-1142-2#Sec1</strong><br /><strong>https://bmcbiol.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12915-017-0399-x</strong><br /><strong>GeNoGAP https://bmcbioinformatics.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12859-016-1142-2</strong><br /><strong>https://bmcbiol.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12915-017-0399-x</strong><br /><strong>https://github.com/dfguan/purge_dups</strong><br /><strong>https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2020.01.24.917997v1</strong></p><p>This article introduces the usage of wgd.</p><p>Wgd cannot be installed directly with bioconda at present, so it is a little troublesome to install, because it depends on a lot of software. wgd depends on the following software</p><p><strong>BLAST</strong><br /><strong>MCL</strong><br /><strong>MUSCLE/MAFFT/PRANK</strong><br /><strong>PAML</strong><br /><strong>PhyML/FastTree</strong><br /><strong>i-ADHoRe</strong></p><p>But the good news is that most of the software it depends on can be installed with bioconda</p><blockquote><p>conda create -n wgd python=3.5 blast mcl muscle mafft prank paml fasttree cmake libpng mpi=1.0=mpich<br />conda activate wgd</p></blockquote><p>Here mpi=1.0=mpich is selected, because i-adhore depends on mpich. If openmpi is installed, an error will appear while loading shared libraries: libmpi_cxx.so.40: cannot open shared object file: No such file or directory</p><p>After that, the installation is much simpler</p><blockquote><p>git clone https://github.com/arzwa/wgd.git<br />cd wgd<br />pip install .<br />pip install git+https://github.com/arzwa/wgd.git<br />For i-ADHoRe, you need to register at http:// bioinformatics.psb.ugent.be /webtools/i-adhore/licensing/Agree to the license to download i-ADHoRe-3.0</p></blockquote><p>Since my miniconda3 installed ~/opt/, the installation path is so~/opt/miniconda3/envs/wgd/</p><blockquote><p>tar -zxvf i-adhore-3.0.01.tar.gz<br />cd i-adhore-3.0.01<br />mkdir -p build &amp;&amp; cd build<br />cmake .. -DCMAKE_INSTALL_PREFIX=~/opt/miniconda3/envs/wgd/<br />make -j 4 <br />make insatall</p></blockquote><p>Take the sugarcane genome Saccharum spontaneum L as an example. The genome is 8-ploid with 32 chromosomes (2n = 4x8 = 32)</p><p><strong>Download the tutorial for CDS and GFF annotation files</strong></p><blockquote><p><strong>mkdir -p wgd_tutorial &amp;&amp; cd wgd_tutorial</strong><br /><strong>wget http://www.life.illinois.edu/ming/downloads/Spontaneum_genome/Sspon.v20190103.cds.fasta.gz</strong><br /><strong>wget http://www.life.illinois.edu/ming/downloads/Spontaneum_genome/Sspon.v20190103.gff3.gz</strong><br /><strong>gunzip *.gz</strong></p></blockquote><p>First conda activate wgdstart our analysis environment, and then start the analysis</p><p>Step 1 : Use to wgd mclidentify homologous genes in the genome</p><blockquote><p>wgd mcl -n 20 --cds --mcl -s Sspon.v20190103.cds.fasta -o Sspon_cds.out</p></blockquote><p>Step 2 : Use to wgd ksdbuild Ks distribution</p><blockquote><p>wgd ksd --n_threads 80 Sspon_cds.out/Sspon.v20190103.cds.fasta.blast.tsv.mcl Sspon.v20190103.cds.fasta</p></blockquote><p>Step 3 : If the quality of the genome is good, then wgd syncollinearity analysis can be used . It can help us find the collinearity block in the genome and the corresponding anchor point</p><blockquote><p>wgd syn --feature gene --gene_attribute ID \<br /> -ks wgd_ksd/Sspon.v20190103.cds.fasta.ks.tsv \<br /> Sspon.v20190103.gff3 Sspon_cds.out/Sspon.v20190103.cds.fasta.blast.tsv.mcl</p></blockquote><p>&nbsp;For more reading - There are 9 sub-modules in WGD</p><ul>
<li><span>kde: KDE fitting to the Ks distribution</span></li>
<li><span>ksd: Ks distribution construction</span></li>
<li><span>mcl: BLASP comparison of All-vs-ALl + MCL classification analysis.</span></li>
<li><span><span>mix: Hybrid modeling of Ks distribution.</span></span></li>
<li><span>pre: preprocess the CDS file</span></li>
<li><span>syn: Call I-ADHoRe 3.0 to use GFF files for collinearity analysis</span></li>
<li><span>viz: draw histogram and density plot</span></li>
<li><span>wf1: Ks standard analysis procedure of the whole genome paranome (paranome), call mcl, ksd and syn</span></li>
<li><span>wf2: Ks standard analysis procedure of one-vs-one homologous gene (ortholog), call wcl and kSD</span></li>
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	<dc:creator>Rahul Nayak</dc:creator>
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