Outcome: Foundational R programming, biological data analysis, visualization, and introductory bioinformatics proficiency. PHASE 1: Foundations of R Programming & Data Analysis (Days 1–15) Theme: Building computational and analytical skills for biological data analysis Learning Objectives: • Develop familiarity with R programming environment and biological datasets. • Learn data structures, control flow, and statistical analysis in R. • Understand biological data manipulation and sequence handling. Outcome: Participants will develop foundational R programming skills and perform basic biological data analysis independently. PHASE 2: Biological Data Visualization & Bioinformatics Applications (Days 16–30) Theme: Applying R programming for biological visualization and bioinformatics analysis Learning Objectives: • Perform biological data analysis and visualization using specialized R libraries. • Analyze DNA/protein sequence datasets and introductory NGS data. • Integrate computational analysis with scientific interpretation and review writing.
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Introduction to the R environment and RStudio interface.
Install R/RStudio and execute basic commands.
Understand R data types and variable handling.
Create variables and perform basic operations.
Store and manipulate data using vectors and matrices.
Perform matrix operations on biological datasets.
Organize biological data using lists and data frames.
Construct structured biological datasets.
Use conditional statements and loops in R.
Generate and analyze random DNA sequences.
Create functions and manage input/output files.
Import and export biological data files.
Apply basic statistics to biological datasets.
Perform a t-test and interpret the results.
MCQ-based CA1 evaluation and participant feedback.
Create biological plots using ggplot2.
Practice plotting and interpreting biological data.
Develop advanced scientific visualizations.
Create comparative plots for biological datasets.
Prepare publication-quality scientific graphics.
Practice comparative visualization techniques.
Analyze DNA and protein sequences using Seqinr.
Import and analyze FASTA sequence files.
Explore Bioconductor and introductory NGS concepts.
Practice basic FASTQ dataset analysis.
Transform biological data into analysis-ready formats.
Practice biological data reshaping exercises.
Prepare scientific visualizations and reports.
Create and refine scientific visualizations.
CA2 evaluation through mini review article submission.
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Dr. Awadhesh Kumar Verma is an interdisciplinary academician and computational biology trainer with expertise in Python, R, Biopython, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, molecular modelling, and biological data analysis. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Bioengineering and Biosciences, Lovely Professional University. His work focuses on applying programming and computational tools to biological and biomedical research, including genomic data analysis, sequence analysis, biomarker discovery, molecular docking, data visualization, and automation of research workflows. He is especially committed to helping biology students, wet-lab researchers, and early-career scientists develop practical coding skills from the beginner level. Through application-based teaching, Dr. Verma enables learners to use Python for biological data handling, visualization, sequence processing, statistical analysis, and reproducible computational research. His interdisciplinary approach connects biological concepts with programming, helping participants understand how computational methods can be used to solve real research problems. Dr. Awadhesh Kumar Verma (??. ????? ????? ?????) Ph.D. (JMI–IIT Delhi) | M.Tech. (JNU) | M.Sc. (JMI) Assistant Professor (????? ????????) | Nanobioinformatics, Computational Biology, AI & ML | Department of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics School of Bioengineering & Biosciences Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India Team Lead & Early Career Researcher SSG-Bridge Project | LPU–BCU, UK Former Assistant Professor (DSEU, Govt. of NCT Delhi) | Former Research Scientist & Scientific Officer (3Knano @AIC-JNU-FI) | Former ICMR Research Fellow (Nanobio Lab, SCNS, JNU) Mobile: +91 75037 05211