the ISG has established graduate training
through its 6 academic programs as well as undergraduate training through entrepreneurial research opportunities and workforce partner funded classes.
the ISG supports 4 core facilities that provide sequencing, analysis, and computational services
Pictured: The Center for Genome Innovation (CGI)
the ISG hosts several workshops, conferences and special events throughout the year
Pictured: Ph.D. Candidate Geno Villafano discussing research in the Core Lab during an ISG poster presentation.
Enabled by the programs and support services developed under the ISG,genomics has been classified as an area of strength at UConn and one of the largest areas of growth at UConn
the ISG aims to establish a world-class program for research and training in Genomics and in Personalized Medicine
About the Institute for Systems Genomics
The dedicated faculty and staff of the ISG's ecosystem are training the next generation of genome scientists through collaborative, vigorous, and innovative research programs in areas related to functional and systems genomics; computational biology and bioinformatics; human, mammalian, microbial, pharmacological, immunological, statistical, and population genomics; and educational, ethical, legal, and social implications of genomic science and medicine.
The ISG, through its four centers and core facilities, serves as a hub to bring genomics technologies and applications to UConn PIs to increase their research funding potential.
The ISG has established a strong education/training pillar including: Professional Science Master’s degree programs, graduate certificate programs, a PhD in Systems Genomics and undergraduate training opportunities.
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