5
Day International Virtual Workshop
on
Programming in R to Analyze Biological Data | 24 to 28 March 2025
International Workshop Series
Quaxon Bio
& IT Solutions, India is going to conduct it’s 52nd international virtual
workshop on Programming
In R to Analyze Biological Data
Date: 24th
to 28th March 2025
Time: 7 PM to 9 PM IST Platform : Google Meet
Eligibility:
Students,
Research scholars, Faculties from all bioscience disciplines (Botany, zoology,
microbiology, Biotechnology
Bioinformatics, clinical research fellows and other allied fields having
basic computer operations skill are eligibility to participate
Visit Website post: https://qbiits.org/r-programming-workshop-mar-25/
ABOUT THE THEME TOPIC
R Programming in
Bioscience Research
R programming has emerged as a cornerstone for data analysis in biosciences, offering unparalleled capabilities for statistical computing, visualization, and reproducible research. Its open-source nature and extensive library support make it a versatile tool for handling complex biological datasets, such as genomic sequences, proteomics data, and clinical trials. Whether you are conducting exploratory data analysis, building predictive models, or visualizing intricate patterns in your data, R provides a robust platform to derive meaningful insights. Learning R is not just a technical skill but an essential competency for bio science researchers in today’s data-driven world, empowering them to make informed decisions and contribute to cutting-edge research.
About this Workshop
This 5-day workshop on R programming is meticulously designed to cater to the needs of students, research scholars, and faculty members in biosciences. Starting from the very basics, this workshop will guide participants through the core concepts of R programming and its practical applications in biological data analysis. With hands-on sessions, real-world examples, and one-to-one guidance, attendees will learn to analyze and interpret biological datasets effectively. Whether you are new to programming or looking to enhance your data analysis skills, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to implement R programming in your academic and research domain.
Schedule
Date:
24th to 28th March
2025
Time:
7 PM to 9 PM as per Indian Standard Time
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Complete curriculum
Day 1: Introduction to R and Basic
Programming
Objective: Familiarize participants with the basics of R
and RStudio, and introduce simple programming concepts.
- Session 1: Getting Started with R and RStudio
- Introduction to R and
RStudio.
- Installing R and
RStudio.
- Exploring the RStudio
interface.
- Running simple
commands in the R console.
- Session 2: Basics of R Programming
- Variables and data
types: Vectors, Lists, Matrices, Data Frames.
- Operators and basic
calculations.
- Indexing and
subsetting data.
- Hands-On: Practice
manipulating datasets and writing simple calculations.
- Session 3: Reading and Writing Data
- Importing data with
read.csv() and read.table().
- Exporting data with
write.csv().
- Hands-On: Work with
sample biological datasets (e.g., gene expression tables).
Day 2: Data Manipulation with dplyr
Objective:
Introduce participants to powerful data manipulation tools using the dplyr
package.
- Session 1: Data Manipulation with dplyr
- Key functions:
filter(), select(), mutate(), arrange(), summarize().
- Combining commands
with pipes
- Hands-On: Manipulate
biological datasets (e.g., gene or protein data).
- Session 2: Working with Data Frames and Tidy Data
- Data wrangling:
Transforming datasets for analysis.
- Creating new
variables, reshaping data.
- Hands-On: Practice
working with real-life biological datasets.
Day 3: Basic Data Visualization with
ggplot2
Objective: Introduce participants to basic data
visualization using ggplot2.
- Session 1: Introduction to ggplot2
- Structure of ggplot2:
Aesthetic mappings and geoms.
- Creating scatter
plots, bar plots, and box plots.
- Customizing visuals:
Themes, labels, colors.
- Hands-On: Create
visualizations for biological datasets.
- Session 2: Customizing Visualizations
- Adjusting scales,
adding regression lines, and faceting.
- Working with colors
and themes for publication-quality plots.
- Hands-On: Advanced
customization of ggplot2 visualizations.
Day 4: Statistical Analysis in R
Objective: Statistical analysis using R with a focus on
basic tests and integrating results into visualizations.
- Session 1: Introduction to Statistical Analysis
- Overview of
statistical workflows in R.
- Conducting t-tests and
ANOVA.
- Hands-On: Apply
t-tests and ANOVA to biological data (e.g., gene expression).
- Session 2: Statistical Analysis with Visualization
- Adding statistical
test results to plots (e.g., p-values on boxplots).
- Exploring correlation
and linear regression in biological datasets.
- Hands-On: Integrate
statistical analysis with visualizations (boxplots, violin plots).
Day 5: Advanced Data Visualization
and Heatmaps
Objective: Advanced data visualization techniques,
including the creation of heatmaps and multi-panel plots.
- Session 1: Heatmaps and Clustering
- Creating heatmaps with
pheatmap or Complex Heatmap.
- Visualizing large
datasets (e.g., expression matrices).
- Hands-On: Create
customized heatmaps for biological data.
- Session 2: Advanced Visualization with ggplot2
- Creating and
customizing complex plots.
- Multi-panel
visualizations and interactive plots.
- Hands-On: Develop and customize multi-panel visualizations using ggplot2.
Steps to Participate
Step-1: Pay the participation fee as per your category
Participation
fee category wise
|
Category |
for Indians |
For International Participants |
|
Students |
Rs. 1000/- |
$25 |
|
Research Scholar/PhD Scholar |
Rs. 1200/- |
$30 |
|
Faculty/PDF/ Other Job holders |
Rs.1400/- |
$35 |
Call +919692521875 for any kind of payment issue
Payment Link for Indians: https://rzp.io/rzp/FZipj4P
Payment
link for International Participants: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/Workshop334
Step-2: Fill up the registration form in this link
below(After Payment)
**Must visit main post https://qbiits.org/r-programming-workshop-mar-25/ to know the other details term and conditions.
About us
Quaxon
Bio & IT Solutions is a fastest
growing EduTech start-up established and registered to the Ministry of
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India. Our mission
is to act as an industry-academic
interface, to excel in knowledge transformation and producing a highly skilled
workforce equipped with next-generation technology. We are delivering high
demand skills via virtual workshop on bioinformatics and data science with
international participants, facilitating the exchange of cutting-edge research
and ideas around the globe.
Contact us for any queries
WhatsApp/Call +919692521875 or write to us support@qbiits.org
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