Genetics and Genomics Facility
Equipment
Mission Statement
The mission of the BBRC Genetics and Genomics facility is to offer high-quality, reliable sequencing services that advance scientific discovery. We are committed to supporting researchers in the development and execution of innovative projects while fostering education and training through access to specialized genomics technologies and expertise. By continuously adopting emerging technologies and state-of-the-art methodologies, including Illumina sequencing, single-cell genomics, and long read sequencing, we empower our research community to address complex scientific challenges and accelerate translational and basic research discoveries.
Facility Hours and Access
M-F 8:00am – 5:00pm
24/7 access for approved users
Staff
- Dr. Renato Aguilera (Genetics and Genomics Facility Director)
- Ana P. Betancourt (Facility Manager)
Contact Info
- Core Facility Email: ggu@utep.edu
- Phone: 915-747-6130
- Physical location(s): Bioscience Research Building Room 3.220, The University of Texas at El Paso.
Acknowledgment
"[Imaging/ Sequencing] was performed at the Genetics and Genomics facility at The University of Texas at El Paso, supported by the College of Science and the Office of Research & Innovation. The Genetics and Genomics Facility was made possible through a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), under award number U54MD007592. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the NIH."
