From manual to mastered, the smartest way to streamline NGS library prep
Session 1 broadcasting at 9:00 BST | 10:00 CEST
Session 2 broadcasting at 13:00 EDT | 10:00 PDT
Move from manual to automated NGS library prep, without the steep learning curve
Preparing high-quality NGS libraries is essential for successful sequencing. However, as sample numbers grow and pressure increases to deliver consistent results, many labs are turning to automation to boost throughput, reduce hands-on time, and improve reproducibility. If you're relying on manual methods – or just beginning to explore automation – this webinar will show you how easy it can be to make the switch, streamline your workflow, and set your lab up for long-term success.
In this free webinar, join Ebony Courtney and Kirk Mantione for a practical guide to automating gold-standard Illumina library prep workflows on the epMotion® liquid handling system from Eppendorf, a user-friendly solution that saves hands-on time, reduces human error, and delivers reliable results with minimal setup.
Join the session to learn:
- How to optimize Illumina library prep for greater accuracy and reproducibility
- How Eppendorf epMotion simplifies liquid handling for NGS workflows
- How to boost efficiency and reduce error by automating key NGS steps
- What to expect when getting started with automation – no prior experience needed
The webinar will focus on Illumina DNA Prep, Illumina DNA Prep with Enrichment, and Illumina RNA Prep with Enrichment workflows due to their universal application in genomics research.
Who should attend? Genomic researchers, NGS workflow specialists, and clinicians currently using Illumina core library prep kits who are looking to automate for the first time or scale up existing workflows.
Speakers
Kirk Mantione, Ph.D., is a senior field application specialist at Eppendorf. For the past eight years, he has been helping other scientists automate their liquid handling tasks. He is also the assistant editor for Medical Science Monitor-Basic Research. He had previously been a researcher for the State University of New York and Brookhaven National Laboratory. His research interests include learning the role of endogenous morphine in human health and investigating novel treatments for the control of mitochondrial biogenesis. He has been issued eight patents for his discoveries.
Ebony Courtney is a Senior Field Applications Scientist at Illumina, based in the Bay Area of California. With over nine years of experience at Illumina, she plays a key role in supporting both clinical and research customers. Ebony specializes in delivering technical training, resolving complex issues, and providing expert guidance on Illumina library preparation kits and sequencing platforms. Her work ensures customers are equipped with the knowledge and support needed to achieve optimal results in their genomic workflows.
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