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AAC Genomics Facility

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Next Generation Sequencing

Illumina NextSeq 1000

The Illumina NextSeq 1000 is an NGS sequencing system designed to miniaturize sample and reagent volumes and increase read output. The NextSeq 1000 is capable of many sequencing applications, including targeted metagenomics, whole genome sequencing, transcriptomics, immune repertoire profiling, sequencing of targeted panels, exomes and large panels, circulating tumor DNA, single-cell sequencing, and spatial profiling.

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SERVICE

INTERNAL

ACADEMIA

Amplicon library preparation

$50

$65

16S Profiling

$50

$65

Illumina DNA library preparation

$130

$145

SequelPrep normalization

$155

$200

Kapa qPCR validation

$50

$50

NovaSeq PE150bp (50M reads)

$155

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RNA-Seq Library Prep (PolyA capture)

$100

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RNA-Seq Library Prep (Ribodepletion)

$150

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NextSeq cartridges

 

 

300 cycle (1 x 150) P1

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600 cycle (2 x 300) P1 25M Reads

$1425 per 25M reads

$1600 per 25M reads

 

 NGS Sequencing Depth Recommendations

 

SERVICE

Recommended Reads

Recommended Read Length

Recommended Coverage

Transcriptomics 
(Differential Expression)

5-10m (prokaryotic)
20-100m (eukaryotic)

2 x 50+ bp

N/A

Transcriptomics
(De Novo)

5-10m (prokaryotic)
10-100m (eukaryotic)

2 x 150-300+ bp
(consider long-read sequencing)

N/A

Whole Genome Sequencing
(De Novo)

N/A

2 x 150-300+ bp
(consider long-read sequencing)

100x

Whole Genome Sequencing
(Variant Calling)

N/A

2 x 50+ bp for SNPs
2 x 150-300+ bp for structural variants

30-60x (germline/strain)

500-1000x (somatic mutations)

Metagenomics 
(Taxa ID)

1-20m

2 x 50+ bp

N/A

Metagenomics 
(De Novo Assembly)

N/A

2 x 300+ bp
(consider long-read sequencing)

100-400x per species

16S Amplicon Metagenomics

20-50m

600 (V3-V4/V3-V4-V5)

N/A

Genome Skimming

N/A

1 x 35+ bp

0.05-20x


FAQs

 

How should I provide my samples for NGS?
# of Samples Recommended storage tube/plate
1 to 8 Individual tubes
8 to 24 8 tube strips or part of a 96 well PCR plate*
More than 24 Part of whole 96 well PCR plate*

*Organize samples vertically (A1-H1, A2-H2) — NOT horizontally (A1-A12).

What NGS applications do you support?

We can support many common NGS protocols from genome sequencing to transcriptomics. Long read and single cell sequencing are also available. We often are able to accommodate custom library preps or specific kits not listed below. If you have any questions about whether we can support your sequencing project please contact us.

Illumina Sequencing:
- Whole Genome/Shotgun Metagenome (Illumina DNA Prep, Illumina DNA Prep PCR-Free)
- RNA-Seq (NEB Ultra II RNA Prep, NEB UltraExpress RNA Kit)
- Amplicon Sequencing (16S/18S/ITS/custom)
- Single Cell (10X Genomics)

Oxford Nanopore:
PromethION 48 (Library preps TBD).

Can I submit sample libraries I prepared myself?

Yes! We do accept DIY libraries for Illumina sequencing, though we cannot guarantee library quality or success. Library quality control will be needed to ensure run integrity. Please contact us for more information.

What are your requirements for sample concentration and quantity?
Application Minimum Concentration Minimum Quantity
16S Sequencing 5 ng/µL 10 µL
Amplicon Sequencing 5 ng/µL 10 µL
Transcriptomics — —
Metagenomics — —
Whole genome sequencing — —

Samples outside of the recommended concentrations can still be accepted but success is not guaranteed. Please contact us if this may be an issue for your project.

Which sequencing platforms do you have?

Currently we perform next generation sequencing on the Illumina NextSeq 1000. Soon, we will also support the Illumina NovaSeqX and PromethION 48

What sequencing depth do I need for my experiment?

Sequencing depth will vary considerably for different projects and often relates to the goals of the sequencing experiment. Please contact us to arrange a consultation if you are having trouble determining the appropriate amount of sequencing you require for your project.

Do you run QC on my samples?

We do not run QC on submitted samples unless requested. Please follow sample submission quality guidelines. After library preparation, we confirm library quality via fragment analysis on the Agilent TapeStation.

How long do you store unused sample and library?

We store unused sample for one month. Additional storage is available on request.

How long is my data stored?

Data will be stored for at least 1 month. Backups may be available on request, but we do not guarantee data availability after 1 month.

What is your sequencing turnaround time?

Turnaround time is dependent on the current queue. Orders placed that consume an entire flow cell can often be processed sooner, but please reach out to us if you have questions about the current estimated wait time.

How can I ensure successful sequencing?

Good quality sequencing starts with good quality samples. Make sure you are using validated extraction methods and always run QC on your samples prior to submitting them to us. We always do our best to ensure the highest possible probability of success, but we cannot guarantee it.

What is your policy for failed sequencing samples?

If quality control indicates that a success is possible, failed sequencing will be run a second time with no additional charge, except in cases when batch effects would render the repeat useless.

Can you provide analysis?

Yes! We currently offer bioinformatic pipelines for differential expression analysis (transcriptomics), metagenomics, phylogenetic assignment (16S/18S/ITS), variant calling (SNPs), de-novo assembly, GO annotation/enrichment, and more. Please contact us for consultation or for generating a quote.

 

About Us

The Genomics Facility is one of five highly specialized laboratories in the University of Guelph's Advanced Analysis Centre. The AAC is located in the multidisciplinary Summerlee Science Complex which provides a range of capabilities for research and advanced education at the interface of the physical and biological sciences.

The Genomics Facility is designated as an Ontario Genomics Platform Affiliate, OGPA, service facility and operates as a core facility offering molecular biology technology support services and training in DNA sequencing, genotyping, and gene expression analyses to the University of Guelph as well as other academic, government and private sector institutions.

 

Contact Us

Room 1401, Summerlee Science Complex 
University of Guelph
488 Gordon St. Guelph, ON N1G 2W1
519-824-4120 ext: 58357 
genomics@uoguelph.ca

Facility Hours: 

Monday to Friday
9:00 am - 4:30 pm

What is the Advanced Analysis Centre?

The Advanced Analysis Centre (AAC) at the University of Guelph is a group of research laboratories housed in the University’s Summerlee Science Complex. The AAC spans an area of over 1000m2 and contains approximately $40 M of research equipment purchased with funds from the Canada Foundation for Innovation, Ontario Research Fund and Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada.

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The Advanced Analysis Centre
Summerlee Science Complex
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON N1G 2W1

Phone: (519) 824-4120 ext. 56814
Fax: (519) 767-2044
aac@uoguelph.ca