Understanding Human Genome Assemblies (HG19 and HG38)

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Part 3: Genomic Data Analysis with Python

Welcome back to our Python for Bioinformatics series! In this installment, we explore tools and techniques for genomic data analysis using Python. We’ll cover how to work with genomic data using specialized libraries like PyVCF for variant files and Pysam for handling SAM/BAM files, as well as discuss basic visualization techniques for genomic data. Introduction…

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Singularity vs. Docker and Conda: The Ideal Container Technology for HPC

If you’re in academia like me, you’re most likely using High-Performance Computing (HPC) for your bioinformatics analysis. HPC is crucial for handling large-scale computations and data analyses, making it indispensable in bioinformatics research. It demands tools that deliver performance, reproducibility, and security. Singularity (now known as Apptainer) is designed with these needs in mind, making…

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