Next-generation sequencing has emerged as a valuable method for obtaining a deeper understanding of tumours and selecting personalised treatments to optimise patient outcomes.
Join us at the 5-day Precision Oncology Workshop to explore the relevance and application of genomics in cancer care in Africa, focusing on Breast and Prostate cancer.
Next-generation sequencing has emerged as a valuable method for obtaining a deeper understanding of tumours and selecting personalised treatments to optimise patient outcomes.
Join us at the 5-day Precision Oncology Workshop to explore the relevance and application of genomics in cancer care in Africa, focusing on Breast and Prostate cancer.
Personalising Cancer Care in Africa through Genomics
Date
October 14 - 18, 2024
VENUE
Covenant University, Otta
TIME
8:00 am - 4:00 Pm daily
Personalising Cancer Care in Africa through Genomics
Date
October 14 - 18, 2024
VENUE
Covenant University, Otta
TIME
8:00 am - 4:00 Pm daily
This workshop is organized as a partnership between Covenant University, ISN Medical, and Illumina
This workshop is organized as a partnership between Covenant University, ISN Medical, and Illumina
DAY 1: SCIENTIFIC SYMPOSIUM
DAY 1: SCIENTIFIC SYMPOSIUM
Morning Session
9:30 – 10:30 – Opening Ceremony Covenant University – VC, Director
10:30 – 11:00 – Break (Group Photos)
11:00 – 11:30 – Introduction to precision oncology: concepts, challenges, and opportunities
for Africa – Illumina
11:30 – 12:00 – The global landscape of cancer genomics: learning from other regions and
adapting to African context
12:00 – 12:30 – Overview of breast and prostate cancers in Africa: epidemiology, molecular
subtypes, and clinical implications
12:30 – 13:00 – Importance of genetic diversity and inclusion for precision oncology.
(Merge with the Overview)
13:00 – 14:00 LUNCH BREAK
Afternoon Session
14:00 – 14:30 – Importance of genomic testing in cancer care: case studies, evidence-based practices
14:30 – 15:00 – Setting up collaborative approaches in precision oncology in Africa
15:00 – 15:45 – Presentation of Illumina solutions for precision oncology
15:45 – 16:45 – Panel Discussion: addressing challenges and opportunities for precision oncology in African
16:45 – 17:30 – Networking Session: opportunities for partnerships and future directions.
DAY 2 - 4: LABORATORY PRACTICAL SESSION
Introduction to Illumina Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Technologies and Platforms.
Hands-on NGS Library preparation, sequencing, Quality Control: based on Pilar Panels.
Bioinformatics Analysis: processing of NGS data.
Analysing NGS Data and making links to clinical implications.
Practical considerations for new to NGS.
Morning Session
9:30 – 10:30 – Opening Ceremony Covenant University – VC, Director
10:30 – 11:00 – Break (Group Photos)
11:00 – 11:30 – Introduction to precision oncology: concepts, challenges, and opportunities
for Africa – Illumina
11:30 – 12:00 – The global landscape of cancer genomics: learning from other regions and
adapting to African context
12:00 – 12:30 – Overview of breast and prostate cancers in Africa: epidemiology, molecular
subtypes, and clinical implications
12:30 – 13:00 – Importance of genetic diversity and inclusion for precision oncology.
(Merge with the Overview)
13:00 – 14:00 LUNCH BREAK
Afternoon Session
14:00 – 14:30 – Importance of genomic testing in cancer care: case studies, evidence-based practices
14:30 – 15:00 – Setting up collaborative approaches in precision oncology in Africa
15:00 – 15:45 – Presentation of Illumina solutions for precision oncology
15:45 – 16:45 – Panel Discussion: addressing challenges and opportunities for precision oncology in African
16:45 – 17:30 – Networking Session: opportunities for partnerships and future directions.
DAY 2 - 4:
LABORATORY PRACTICAL SESSION
Introduction to Illumina Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Technologies and Platforms.
Hands-on NGS Library preparation, sequencing, Quality Control: based on Pilar Panels.
Bioinformatics Analysis: processing of NGS data.
Analysing NGS Data and making links to clinical implications.
Practical considerations for new to NGS.