In this one-day workshop, you will learn to recognise and troubleshoot common MLPA problems and become proficient in performing data analysis with Coffalyser.Net. For the complete program, see below.

Due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, MRC Holland is currently offering a limited number of workshops. Our normal workshop schedule will resume as soon as it is deemed possible.

• Amsterdam, the Netherlands: 19 November 2020. Registration closed (full).
• Berlin, Germany: 12 March 2021. Open for registration.

We are looking forward to meeting you at one of our workshops!

In person attendance not possible? We offer various online resources to increase your understanding of MLPA. Take a look at our instructional videos and free e-learning modules, or find answers to frequently asked questions in our help centre. 

Looking for personalised support or have a question about our workshops? Get in touch with us by using this form.

Details

"MLPA – expert in a day": Program

MLPA raw data evaluation and troubleshooting
Demonstration of MLPA raw data and peak pattern analysis using examples from daily practice. Instructions on how to recognise and solve common problems with MLPA data.

Practical session MLPA raw data evaluation and troubleshooting
Several cases of problematic MLPA experiments are analysed by the participants.

MLPA analysis by Coffalyser.Net
Demonstration of the basic principles of MLPA data normalization with Coffalyser.Net software.

Practical session MLPA analysis by Coffalyser.Net
Participants perform MLPA data analysis on a diverse set of MLPA data. Critical points in the analysis, such as selecting the optimal normalisation procedure and selecting reference samples, will be illustrated in practice. Advice will be given on how to get the most out of your MLPA data.

Practical information

Laptops are provided for the hands-on data analysis sessions. If we cannot provide laptops at a particular workshop location, we will notify all participants in advance.

All participants will receive a certificate of completion after the final session of the workshop.

For whom?

A basic understanding of the MLPA technique as well as hands-on experience with MLPA is required. Experience with MRC Holland's free Coffalyser.Net software is not required. All workshops are held in English unless stated otherwise.

Registration

The registration fee for MLPA workshop is € 129 per person* (2020 prices). An early-bird fee of € 95 per person* applies when registering 8 weeks prior to the workshop. Documentation, lunch and refreshments are included. The fee does not include travel or accommodation costs. 

MRC Holland reserves the right to cancel any workshop. Registered participants will be notified about the cancellation and the registration fee will be refunded. All participants must be free of COVID-19 symptoms for workshop participation; if you develop symptoms prior to a workshop, please contact us.

*Customers from the EU: all prices are without VAT. Countries of the European Union will have to pay VAT in their own country. Please provide us with your company's or institute's VAT identification number upon registration. Otherwise, we have to add 21% VAT.