Bioinformatics Core

The Bioinformatics Core provides collaborative bioinformatics support and training for omics-based research on both the Wooster and Columbus campuses, helping researchers design experiments, analyze complex datasets, and build long-term analytical capacity in their labs.

What we do

• Collaborative data analysis: Work side by side with a bioinformatician through one-on-one sessions and regular progress meetings to analyze and interpret your omics data.
• Custom and standardized pipelines: Process and analyze omics datasets using established or tailored workflows, from raw FASTQ files to publication-ready results.
• Omics expertise: Support for microbial metabarcoding, RNAseq, genome assembly, and annotation, including generation of count tables and downstream analyses.
• Upfront project planning: Consult on experimental design and analysis plans before you generate data to ensure robust, interpretable results.
• Computing skills development: Help you and your team build foundational computing and bioinformatics skills needed to carry your project forward.
• Training and Education: We build analytical capacity through courses, workshops, and our regular Code Club. Learn more on our Teaching & Education page.

Projects we support

Publication Policy

Our team brings deep expertise to your projects. Depending on the level of support, we ask for recognition as follows:

1. Co-Authorship: For projects involving substantial intellectual or analytical contributions from our staff. Check out our latest co-authored publications on Google scholar.
2. Acknowledgments: For standard, and routine analysis please use the following template for acknowledgment: “We thank Dr. XYZ of the CFAES Bioinformatics Core for their assistance with bioinformatics analysis"