A Practical Guide to Performing Genome-Wide Analyses of Tandem Repeats

Dive into a comprehensive 43-minute tutorial on performing genome-wide analyses of tandem repeats, presented by Melissa Gymrek from UCSD at the Computational Genomics Summer Institute (CGSI) 2022. Gain practical insights and techniques for analyzing tandem repeats across the genome, drawing from cutting-edge research in the field. Explore the application of tools like TRTools for genome-wide tandem repeat analysis, and learn about profiling heritable and de novo STR variations. Discover methods for investigating tandem repeat expansions and their potential role in genetic disorders such as autism. This tutorial combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on guidance, referencing key papers that have advanced our understanding of tandem repeats and their genomic implications.