Towards CNS Rapid Diagnostics – Information Day

The University of Nottingham and Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust will be hosting a training and information event describing their work using rapid sequencing to provide comprehensive molecular diagnosis for CNS tumours. The event is open to clinicians, administrative and managerial staff as well as academic and research staff interested in the application of sequencing for molecular characterisation of tumours.

They will describe the methodology used for developing rapid turnaround sequencing targeting intraoperative diagnosis as well as complete molecular classification within 24 hours of sample receipt. All aspects of the process will be explained, with input from surgeons, neuropathologists, technologists and more. The day will include a demonstration of the process.

There will also be opportunities to learn about the equipment being used as well as demonstrations of automation platforms that will be of interest to many (Oxford Nanopore Technologies).

Lunch, tea and coffee provided. 

Information on travelling to Nottingham can be found here. We recommend using public transport where possible. There is a tram service direct from the station to the medical school.