Illumina Solutions Center in Tokyo

This training provides an overview of the NGS workflow (sample preparation, sequencing, and data analysis) using DNA, experimental design, and considerations when introducing NGS into your lab.

Training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory. Discover a wide range of sequencing and DNA library preparation solutions and recommended third-party products.

Training audience
Life sciences researchers who do not have NGS experience and want to learn more about Illumina technology

Training Content
Practical understanding of the Illumina DNA sequencing workflow.

Format and content
This training will take place in person at ISC Tokyo for two days and will include:

• Illumina NGS Theory and Sequence Workflow
• Overview of DNA Library Preparation Methods
• Lab-based: sequence run setup, QC, monitoring
• NGS experimental design
• Cloud and local analysis options
• Customer Support Resources

This course focuses on direct interaction with customers and is limited to six classes.

This training focuses on an overview of the NGS workflow with RNA, as well as considerations for a successful experimental design and NGS analysis. This course covers RNA NGS applications, experimental design, Illumina sequencing workflows (library preparation and instrumentation), and data analysis workflows.

Training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory. Discover a wide range of sequencing and library preparation solutions and recommended third-party products.

Training audience
Life sciences researchers who do not have NGS experience and want to learn more about Illumina technology

Training Content
Practical understanding of the Illumina RNA sequencing workflow.

Format and content
This training will take place in person at ISC Tokyo for two days and will include:

• Illumina NGS Theory and Sequence Workflow
• Overview of RNA Library Preparation Methods
• Lab-based: sequence run setup, QC, monitoring
• NGS experimental design
• Cloud and local analysis options
• Customer Support Resources

This course focuses on direct interaction with customers and is limited to six classes.

Learn more about how to compare to traditional methods, sequencing workflows, NGS technology, sample preparation methods, overview of sequencing equipment, considerations when designing experiments, and NGS data analysis.

Training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory. Discover a wide range of sequencing and library preparation solutions and recommended third-party products.

Training audience
Life sciences researchers who do not have NGS experience and want to learn more about Illumina technology

Training Content
Practical understanding of Illumina sequencing workflows that can be applied to microbiology.

Format and content
This training will take place in person at ISC Tokyo for two days and will include:

• Illumina NGS Theory and Sequence Workflow
• NGS applications in microbiology
• Lab-based: complete run setup, QC and monitoring
• Overview of Library Preparation Methods
• NGS experimental design
• Cloud and local analysis options

This course focuses on direct interaction with customers and is limited to six classes.

This training will show you how to evaluate the quality of sequence data, the data format required for secondary analysis, and how to manipulate the FASTQ file to improve alignment. Participants will learn what can happen during secondary analysis, what metrics are generated, sample and lab processes, and how to identify critical variants. While this training is introductory, it is recommended that you have a basic knowledge of the sequence workflow.

Training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory. Discover a wide range of sequencing and library preparation solutions and recommended third-party products.

Training audience
Researchers who want to start analyzing sequence data or better understand the analysis to improve communication with the site’s bioinformatics department.

Training Content
Practical understanding of Illumina data analysis products.

Format and content
This training will be conducted in-person at ISC Tokyo for 1.5 days and will include:

• Basics of Data Analysis Workflow
• How to evaluate sequence data using SAV software
• Practical tips for choosing a data analysis solution
• How to generate, evaluate, and manipulate FASTQ files
• Secondary Analysis Metrics and QC
• What happens during data tertiary analysis

This course focuses on direct interaction with customers and is limited to six classes.

Genomic DNA or FFPE DNA is used for target sequencing of whole exomes, custom, and fixed panels.

Illumina DNA Prep with Enrichment is the fastest and most flexible DNA target sequencing solution in the Illumina Library preparation portfolio. Optimized bead-based library preparation chemistry delivers reliable, fast results, 85% faster than our traditional enrichment methods, and an integrated DNA extraction protocol for blood and saliva.

Training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory. You can also try a workflow with control samples using recommended third-party products.

Training audience

1. A laboratory technician trying to use the Illumina DNA Prep with Enrichment kit.
2. Users who want to understand all aspects of the protocol.

Training Content
Workflow theory, best practices, and analysis options.

Format and content
This training will be conducted in-person at ISC Tokyo for 1.5 days and will include:

• Library Preparation Theory and Best Practices
• Lab-based: QC of input DNA
• Lab-based: DNA tugmentation, cleanup, QC
• Lab-based: hybridization, concentration
• Lab-based: Final QC and Sequence Preparation
• Sequence and Analysis Workflow

Additional content can be customized based on individual customer needs.

DNA extracted from small amounts of blood or saliva samples is used for whole genome sequencing.

High-performance, fast, integrated workflow for sensitive applications such as human whole genome sequencing.

• Fast, automation-ready workflows total approximately 1.5 hours.
• It is flexible to accommodate a variety of sample types, DNA input amounts (25 to 300 ng), and application conditions.
• Optimized library preparation performance provides reliable results.

Training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory. You can also experiment with a workflow using control samples using recommended third-party products.

Training audience

1. A laboratory technician trying to use the Illumina DNA PCR-Free Prep Kit.
2. Users who want to understand all aspects of the protocol.

Training Content
Theories, best practices, and analysis options for this workflow.

Format and content
This training will be conducted in-person at ISC Tokyo for 1.5 days and will include:

• Library Preparation Theory and Best Practices
• Lab based: QC of input DNA
• Lab-based: complete run setup, QC and monitoring
• Lab-based: Library Pooling
• Lab-based: Final QC and Sequence Preparation

Additional content such as multiplexing strategies, sequencing low diversity libraries, library validation, and more can be customized based on individual customer needs.

The iSeq 100 system makes NGS easier and more affordable than ever. Designed for simplicity, it enables DNA and RNA sequencing for a variety of applications.

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Training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory. Use certified equipment and recommended third-party products.

Training audience

1. New buyer of the iSeq 100 system.
2. New lab staff using existing systems.

Training Content
Workflow best practices and operations for the iSeq 100 system.

Format and content
This training will be conducted in-person at ISC Tokyo for 1.5 days and will include:

• Sequence Technology
• All best practices for operating and maintaining the iSeq 100 system
• Lab-based: complete run setup, QC and monitoring
• Cloud and local analysis options
• Library Preparation
• Customer Support Resources

Additional content such as multiplexing strategies, sequencing low diversity libraries, library validation, and more can be customized based on individual customer needs.

The MiniSeq system is a small footprint, powerful and accessible benchtop sequencer that provides high Illumina NGS technology quality and reliability.

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Training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory. Use certified equipment and recommended third-party products.

Training audience

1. New owner of MiniSeq system (including at time of purchase).
2. New lab staff using existing systems.

Training Content
Best practices and operations for MiniSeq system workflows.

Format and content
This training will be conducted in-person at ISC Tokyo for 1.5 days and will include:

• Illumina sequencing technology
• All best practices for operating and maintaining MiniSeq systems
• Lab-based: complete run setup, QC and monitoring
• Cloud and local analysis options
• Customer Support Resources

Additional content such as multiplexing strategies, sequencing low diversity libraries, library validation, and more can be customized based on individual customer needs.

The MiSeq system supports research acceleration with a wide range of sequencing applications available. This benchtop sequencer produces up to 15 Gb per run with read lengths up to 300 bp × 2.

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The training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory introduction. Use certified equipment and recommended third-party products.

Training audience

1. New owner of the MiSeq system (including at the time of purchase).
2. New lab staff using existing systems.

Training Content
Workflow best practices and operations in the MiSeq system.

Format and content
It will be conducted in person at ISC Tokyo for 1.5 days and will include:

• Illumina sequencing technology
• All best practices for operating and maintaining the MiSeq system
• Lab-based: complete run setup, QC and monitoring
• Cloud and local analysis options
• Library Preparation Overview
• Customer Support Resources

Additional content such as multiplexing strategies, sequencing low diversity libraries, library validation, and more can be customized based on individual customer needs.

The MiSeqDx system is the first NGS platform to receive the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) certification and the European Commission In Vitro Diagnostic Device (CE-IVD) mark. It is now registered in many countries around the world. Designed specifically for laboratories, the MiSeqDx system offers a wide range of sequencing applications.

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Training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory. Use certified equipment and recommended third-party products.

Training audience

1. New owner of the MiSeqDx system (including at the time of purchase).
2. New lab staff using existing systems.

Training Content
Best practices and operations for MiSeqDx system workflows.

Format and content
It will be conducted in person at ISC Tokyo for 1.5 days and will include:

• Illumina sequencing technology
• All best practices for operating and maintaining the MiSeqDx system
• Lab-based: complete run setup, QC and monitoring
• Sequence Theory
• Cloud and local analysis options
• Customer Support Resources

Additional content such as multiplexing strategies, sequencing low diversity libraries, library validation, and more can be customized based on individual customer needs.

The NextSeq 550 system features reliable instrument technology and sequence and array capabilities to prepare output. Users can run transcriptomes, target resequencing, genotyping, and other applications all on one platform.

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The training at the Illumina Solutions Center combines expert laboratory training and theory introduction. Use certified equipment and recommended third-party products.

Training audience

1. New owner (including purchase) of the NextSeq 550 system.
2. New lab staff using existing systems.

Training Content
NextSeq 550 system sequencing workflow best practices and operations (arrays excluded).

Format and content
It will be conducted in person at ISC Tokyo for 1.5 days and will include:

• Illumina sequencing technology
• All best practices for operating and maintaining the NextSeq 550 system
• Lab-based: complete run setup, QC and monitoring
• Cloud and local analysis options
• Library Preparation Overview
• Customer Support Resources

Additional content such as multiplexing strategies, sequencing low diversity libraries, library validation, and more can be customized based on individual customer needs.