Under the patronage of the Dean of the College of Science for Women, Professor Dr. Sameera Naji Khdim, the Continuing Education Unit, in collaboration with the Department of Biology, organized a scientific workshop entitled “NGS Applications.” The workshop was presented by Dr. Shaimaa Ismail Kazem and Dr. Sanaa Mohammed Habib, with the participation of a number of faculty members and students.
The workshop introduced Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies and explored their major applications in the biological sciences. The presentations examined the role of NGS in genome analysis, the identification of genetic mutations, the diagnosis of inherited and cancer-related diseases, and the detection and surveillance of pathogenic organisms.
In addition, the workshop highlighted the operating principles of modern sequencing platforms and outlined the key steps involved in the analysis of sequencing-derived biological data. Practical examples were presented to demonstrate the importance of NGS technologies in advancing scientific research and supporting the development of precision medicine.
The workshop concluded by emphasizing the importance of developing the knowledge and skills of students and researchers in the application of Next-Generation Sequencing technologies, recognizing their significant contribution to advancing scientific research and enhancing the quality of academic studies.
