Job Bråte will provide an overview of the ongoing projects at "Folkehelseinstituttet" (FHI, Norwegian Institute of Public Health) related to genome sequencing and the surveillance of viral pathogens. His presentation will primarily focus on SARS-CoV-2, detailing the methodologies and applications of genomic data in understanding and managing this virus. He will also explore the challenges encountered in using bioinformatics and next-generation sequencing for studying viral genomics. Bråte's discussion will highlight the intricacies and hurdles in advancing the field of viral genomic research.
Jon Bråte is Senior Researcher at FHI, and has a 20% position as Associate Professor at Evogene, UiO.
Jon Bråte's page at UiO and FHI