The Rush Research Bioinformatics Core (RRBC) empowers researchers from genomic, clinical, and basic sciences disciplines at Rush and beyond with cutting-edge bioinformatics resources. Leveraging innovative infrastructure tools, including the Research Private Cloud and scalable cloud-based solutions, we facilitate research excellence.
![Rush Bioinformatics and Biostatistics Core](/sites/default/files/legacy/bioinformatics-core-main.jpg)
RRBC provides advanced resources, expertise and collaborative support genomics, clinical and sciences research at Rush University and beyond.
Capabilities
- Guided data analysis and hypothesis-driven research
- Large-scale data analysis
- Analytical plan development and results interpretation
- Algorithm and script development for custom data processing
Technical Expertise
- Dedicated computing cluster for genetic, microbiome, metagenomic, transcriptomics, and next-generation sequencing studies
- Linux environment for large-scale analytics
- R programming language for downstream processing
- Machine learning and cloud-based environments
Team
Our four-member team comprises experienced bioinformaticians and biostatisticians skilled in:
- Handling large-scale biological datasets from next-generation sequencers and online resources (NCBI)
- Developing algorithms and pipelines for data analysis
- Collaborating with researchers to drive innovation
Services
- Customized analytical solutions
- Data storage and management workflows
- Training and support for bioinformatics tools
Collaborations
We foster partnerships with external institutions and researchers to advance bioinformatics research.
Contact us to explore how RRBC can support your research endeavors!
![Researcher examining a DNA sequence](/sites/default/files/styles/image_600w/public/2024-09/bioinformatics-dna-fm1.webp?itok=vFVIsJG9)
Ankur Naqib, PhD
Director, Rush Research Bioinformatics Core