SwabSeq: Sequencing-based Detection of Pathogens - CGSI 2023

Explore a cutting-edge approach to pathogen detection in this 43-minute conference talk from the Computational Genomics Summer Institute (CGSI) 2023. Delve into the innovative SwabSeq technology, a sequencing-based method for detecting pathogens, with a focus on its application in SARS-CoV-2 testing. Learn about the massively scaled-up testing capabilities of SwabSeq, which utilizes next-generation sequencing of pooled and barcoded nasal and saliva samples. Discover how this method has revolutionized COVID-19 testing, offering high-throughput capabilities while maintaining quality through lean principles. Gain insights into the potential of this technology for detecting other pathogens and its implications for future pandemic preparedness and response.

Eleazar Eskin | SwabSeq Sequencing based Detection of Pathogens | CGSI 2023