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Deep Sequencing Core
The Deep Sequencing Core Facility (RRID:SCR_017702) offers high-throughput sequencing and library-building services for the UMass campuses and external customers. The facility operates several Illumina sequencers and is closely integrated with the PacBio Core Enterprise and the Molecular Biology Core Labs. All three Cores work together to provide streamlined sample analysis. Click the logos at the left to visit the websites of the other facilities or see the Services page for detailed Deep Sequencing options.
Tickets and forms for sample submission can be found on our Submission page.
Pricing, Grant Support, and Other Details
The Core provides service to both internal and external customers. For a sequencing pricing list, details on specific services, scheduling, or a quote for services, please email us your inquiry.
The UMass Chan Deep Sequencing Core (DSCL) will provide a formal letter of support to include in grant applications. Information about support letters can be found on our Grant Support page.
The Core would appreciate a mention in the acknowledgements section of any publications or data presentations generated with our support. Our Research Resource Identifier is RRID:SCR_017702.
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Contact us if you would like to be added to our email list for news and service updates.
We try to keep our Resources section relevant. If you have a suggested protocol, publication, or request for an addition to the website, please email us at DeepSequencingCoreLabs@umassmed.edu.
Other Useful Information
Drop-off locations:
Samples can be left in the labeled fridges at these locations
for 11:00 AM pickup each business day:
AS8-2016
N2 freezer bay near the main lobby elevators
LRB 6th floor mailroom
We are also available by appointment if you need to visit with us.
Our shipping address for off-campus customers is
Rose-Gordon Bldg. Rm. 141, 222 Maple Ave, Shrewsbury, MA, 01545.
Helpful Links:
For Illumina library building and indexing help, see our Resources page.
Tips for library troubleshooting and optimization.
A list of frequently asked questions and answers.
An updated list of oligo sequences for Illumina library construction is available on our Resources page.
Pricing and Payment Policy
Please email DeepSequencingCoreLabs@umassmed.edu to get a quote for your desired services.
Processing and analyzing a sample requires time and reagents. Payment for services is the responsibility of the user submitting the sample and should be rendered in a timely fashion. In the event of reagent or equipment failure, samples will be rerun at the next possible opportunity with no additional charge.
Clients withdrawing samples prior to the analysis run will be charged a fee to recover QC assay costs. For the return of archived post-analysis samples, clients will be charged a delivery fee per sample.
A signed ticket or email authorization indicates that the holder of the listed account consents to payment in accordance with this policy.
Inclement Weather Policy
In case of extreme weather or campus closures, the machines will be operating but we may not conduct a sample pickup. Please email us to arrange for sample drop-off if the weather is questionable. The DSCL, MBCL, & PBCE are closed when UMass Chan is on "inclement weather alert".
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