Overview
The Waterloo Genomics Surveillance Centre (WGSC) provides genomic sequencing and analytical services in support of surveillance and research activities. These services include library preparation, sequencing, and bioinformatics support. The WGSC is a centralized Core Research Facility under the Office of Research located in the Biology Department.
The WGSC provides access to Illumina sequencers (MiSeq & NextSeq) as well as provides technical support for library preparation and QA/QC processes. The WGSC has specialized equipment to aid in the preparation (e.g. thermocyclers, automated extraction equipment), QA/QC (gel electrophoresis, fluorometer), as well as necessary general laboratory equipment necessary to conduct molecular biology research.
Current Services Provided:
Illumina NextGen Sequencing (MiSeq and NextSeq 2000)
Illumina Library Preparation for:
- 16S Amplicon sequencing
- Whole Genome sequencing
Illumina Library quantification using qPCR
Oxford Nanopore Technology (ONT) Sequencing (MinION and Flongle)
ONT Library Preparation using:
- Rapid Kits
- Native Kits
ONT Applications:
- Amplicon Sequencing
- Plasmid Sequencing
Agilent 4150 Tapestation analysis:
- DNA
- High Sensitivity DNA
- Genomic DNA
- RNA
- High Sensitivity RNA
Fluorometric Quantification (e.g. Qubit Analysis)
- dsDNA (High Sensitivity, Broad Range)
- RNA (High Sensitivity, Broad Range and Extended Range)
For further information and pricing please contact genomics@uwaterloo.ca