As the CEO of ecSeq Bioinformatics and a trainer in the field, I often encounter biologists eager to delve into Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) data analysis but facing challenges due to their limited background in bioinformatics. This transition is crucial in today's research landscape, yet it can be daunting.

• What are the key hurdles biologists face when learning NGS data analysis?
• What resources or approaches have you found effective in bridging this gap?

To address this need, we've designed a workshop titled "A Practical Introduction to NGS Data Analysis", tailored for biologists and researchers who are new to bioinformatics. It's a hands-on, practical course happening from November 29 - December 1, 2023, in Munich. I believe it could be a valuable resource for many in this community.

For those interested in learning more about this workshop or seeking to enhance their skills in NGS data analysis, you can find more details at ecseq.com/workshops/public

I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts and experiences on this topic!