Affymetrix - Affymetrix University



		ABOUT AFFYMETRIX UNIVERSITY Affymetrix University is a series of hands-on training courses designed to give researchers a head start in data analysis by emphasizing biological interpretation and final publication of analysis results.

MINIMIZING THE ANALYSIS BOTTLENECK
"The ultimate goal of Affymetrix University is to enable researchers to apply concepts
from training sessions to their own research to facilitate rapid and appropriate analysis."

Affymetrix University Data Analysis courses are ideal if you are:

New to microarrays or a new microarray application and frustrated with data analysis
Looking for guidance to avoid lengthy and expensive setbacks during data analysis of your experiment
Frustrated with delays when relying on external data analysis collaborations and want to get to the biology of your study faster
Concerned about properly designing expression experiments that will minimize unwanted noise and promote effective analysis
Seeking ways to publish your study faster and help ensure appropriate analysis of your data

BENEFITS OF AFFYMETRIX UNIVERSITY

Fast track to data analysis - Focused training courses that cover entire analytical pipeline, from experimental design to final biological interpretation, enabling faster time to publication
Hands-on training environment - Learn theoretical aspects of analysis and apply concepts to real-world data sets during practical exercises
Analysis software - Short-term licenses for commercial software used in the training are included for all participants to use post-session
Social networking event - Meet and interact with fellow attendees and course instructors

COURSE FORMAT

Each Affymetrix University training course combines hands-on exercises with theoretical presentations and guest speaker seminars over several days. Sessions are limited to 20 participants; laptops are provided for use during the training.

Affymetrix University - Hands-on Training

Who should attend?

Biologists who are currently working with microarray data, planning their first microarray experiment or preparing to scale up a pilot study.

Affymetrix University courses are designed for novice to intermediate microarray users who are interested in gaining practical experience analyzing data, as well as theoretical expertise in common analysis methods. Specific focus is given to biologists seeking to design better microarray experiments, ensure appropriate quality control and statistical methods and/or effectively investigate the biological interpretation of their results.

COURSES OFFERED

Expression Data Analysis Course (View Course Details)

This three-day course covers the analysis of gene expression levels using Affymetrix 3' expression arrays and exon arrays. The course emphasizes effective experiment design, quality control, appropriate statistical methods and biological interpretation. Note: Short-term software licenses to both packages for use post-session are included with registration.

Course Dates

Course	Date	Location	Register
Expression Data Analysis	Mar. 4-6, 2008	Affymetrix High Wycombe, England	Closed
Expression Data Analysis	May 13-15, 2008	Affymetrix Santa Clara, California	Closed
Expression Data Analysis	Sept. 30-Oct. 2, 2008	Affymetrix Santa Clara, California	Download Registration Form
Expression Data Analysis	Oct. 21-23, 2008	Affymetrix High Wycombe, England	Download Registration Form

Copy Number Data Analysis (Coming Soon)

Upcoming course dates for 2008 will be announced shortly. Please contact us if you would like more information.

Exon Arrays and Alternative Splice Detection Data Analysis (Coming Soon)

How do I register?

Affymetrix University training courses are offered internationally and are charged on a per-seat basis. Pricing and availability for each course vary. Please see the individual pages for each course linked above or contact us for more information.

What do I need to bring?

Attendees are provided with all the materials required for the training course. One laptop computer is provided for each participant as well as course books, exercise data sets, supplementary data and additional materials for use after the course. Participants are encouraged to bring their own data for examination during one of the final exercises.

On-site training and group rate discounts

Affymetrix University courses can be hosted at Affymetrix, or on site at a research institute. Discounted group rates are available for dedicated local courses for larger labs, research institutes or core facilities. For more information on booking a group training session or co-promoting Affymetrix University courses, please contact AffymetrixUniversity@Affymetrix.com.