MicrobeWorld

Learn about PCR and qPCR from world experts on the subject in this 6-part series brought to you over the web. Topics include the history of PCR from Carl Wittwer, an inventor of the LightCycler, discussions on the optimization and chemistry for PCR, and applications including methylation PCR and high resolution melt analysis for genotyping. Get a lesson from Greg Shipley on the minimum qualifications for qPCR Experimental data (MIQE) whether you are an author or a reviewer of journal articles.

Here are the topics and dates:

18 May 2010 / 9am Pacific / 12pm Eastern / 5pm GMT / 6pm CET
Magic in Solution: An Introduction and Brief History of PCR
Speaker: Carl Wittwer

25 May 2010 / 9am Pacific / 12pm Eastern / 5pm GMT / 6pm CET
Obtaining Maximum PCR Sensitivity and Specificity
Speaker: Cameron N. Gundry

01 June 2010 / 9am Pacific / 12pm Eastern / 5pm GMT / 6pm CET
Significance of Controls and Standard Curves in PCR
Speaker: Ian Kavanagh

08 June 2010 / 9am Pacific / 12pm Eastern / 5pm GMT / 6pm CET
The MBD2-based Enrichment Approach for Analyzing DNA methylation
Speaker: Chris Adams

15 June 2010 / 9am Pacific / 12pm Eastern / 5pm GMT / 6pm CET
The MIQE Guidelines Uncloaked
Speaker: Greg Shipley

22 June 2010 / 9am Pacific / 12pm Eastern / 5pm GMT / 6pm CET
High Resolution Melting Analysis - Beyond the SNP
Speaker: John Mackay

You can book a reminder on the website and if you can't make the live seminar, they will be available on the site for viewing at a later date.

It will be a great learning experience with an opportunity to ask questions and learn from people, some of whom are pioneers in their field.