Computational Genomics Core

The Computational Genomics Core, new in July 2005, is the result of a merger between the Bioinformatics Core and the Genetic Data Analysis Core. It provides software and hardware support related to genetics research as well as statistical analysis of human genetics data generated from both microsatellite markers and SNPs. Consulting services are available in the following areas: database design/programming, software design/programming, and network systems support. The Core provides bioinformatics support by storing and managing demographic, clinical, genotypic, microarray, proteomic, and biospecimen data. Support for genetic data analysis includes genomic screens, qualitative and quantitative linkage analysis, pedigree segregation analysis, case-control and family-based association analysis, single-marker and haplotype analysis, and studies on candidate genes, linkage disequilibrium, and gene-gene interactions. Quality control and simulation studies also are available.

Contact: Marylyn Ritchie, Ph.D—Director (3-6549)
519 Light Hall