Part 2: Decoding long-reads with powerful bioinformatics tools

Two scientist unraveling long DNA strands from a chromosome, HMR, Keyvisual

Building on the foundational knowledge from part one, this session focuses on the critical aspects of secondary analysis for long-read panel data.

We’ll guide you through essential considerations for constructing high-performing bioinformatics workflows, including tailored read alignment strategies optimized for long reads, advanced variant calling algorithms to detect structural variations and tools for accurate haplotype phasing and visualization.

Discover how to refine your pipeline to improve the accuracy and interpretability of your long-read data. Explore best practices for downstream analysis – empowering you to extract meaningful insights and apply them confidently in both research and diagnostic settings.

By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear roadmap for leveraging the full potential of long-read panels in your genomic studies.

About the speaker

Leif Schauser, PhD, Director, Global Product Management

QIAGEN

Leif Schauser holds a PhD in plant molecular genetics from Aarhus University, Denmark. He completed his postdoctoral training in Norwich, UK, before working as a professor in bioinformatics at Aarhus University. In 2013, Leif joined CLC Bio, just before its acquisition by QIAGEN. During his time at QIAGEN, he has worked with many aspects of bioinformatics, ranging from microbial genomics and metagenomics to biomedical applications.