CENTRAL RESEARCH LABORATORY

The Central Research Lab at Kano Independent Research Institute (KIRCT) is the heart of innovation and scientific inquiry within our research centre. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by highly skilled researchers, the lab supports a wide range of interdisciplinary studies to advance knowledge and address critical challenges in healthcare and beyond.

The centre has cutting-edge technology and expertise in high-throughput sequencing, bioinformatics analysis, and genomics interpretation. The key functions Include;

  1. Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) Services: Providing high-throughput sequencing services for various applications, such as:
    • Whole-genome sequencing
    • Exome sequencing
    • Targeted sequencing
    • RNA-seq
  2. Genomic Analysis: Performing bioinformatics analysis and interpretation of genomic data, including:
    • Data preprocessing and quality control
    • Genome assembly and annotation
    • Variant detection and annotation
    • Functional analysis and prediction
  3. Genotyping Services: Offering genotyping services for single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), copy number variations (CNVs), and insertions/deletions (indels), using various technologies such as:
    • Microarray-based genotyping
    • Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (RLFP)
    • TaqMan SNP
  4. Gene Expression Analysis: Providing services for measuring gene expression levels, including:
    • RNA-seq for transcriptome analysis
    • Microarray-based gene expression analysis
    • qRT-PCR for gene-specific expression analysis
  5. Research Collaboration: Collaborating with researchers and scientists to design and conduct studies, including:
    • Study design and planning
    • Data analysis and interpretation
    • Manuscript preparation and publication
  6. Training and Education: Providing training and education programs for researchers, students, and industry professionals in genomics and related technologies.