Integrated Microbial Genomes (IMG) System Tutorial at SIM 2006
OpenHelix presents "Introduction to the Integrated Microbial Genomes (IMG) system" tutorial at the Society of Industrial Microbiology 2006 annual meeting in Baltimore, Maryland.

The Joint Genome Institute (JGI) announces the sponsorship of a one hour seminar at the Society of Industrial Microbiology meeting on August 1st, 7:00-8:00 a.m. The training will be an introduction to the Integrated Microbial Genomes (IMG) system presented by OpenHelix, the company that brings you the bioinformatics knowledge you need, when you need it.

The introductory tutorial will cover the topics needed to effectively use this powerful, free, publicly-accessible tool. Search strategies will be demonstrated. Results pages will be described and explained. Analysis options will be introduced. Training materials will be made freely available to attendees.

The free one hour tutorial will be conducted at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront hotel. Snacks and beverages will be served. No registration is necessary. For further information visit www.openhelix.com or call 1-888-861-5051.

OpenHelix will also be presenting brief introductory overviews of IMG in its SIM booth #55/56 during show hours. Stop by the booth for more information and to receive your free IMG Quick Reference Card.

More Details: What: "Introduction to the Integrated Microbial Genomes (IMG) system," an introductory educational seminar sponsored by the Joint Genome Institute and presented by OpenHelix, LLC.

Where: Baltimore Marriott Waterfront, Room Dover A, Third Floor.

When: Tuesday, August 1st, 7:00-8:00 a.m.

Who: Anyone attending the SIM 2006 interested in learning how to use the IMG. Requires knowledge of genomic/biological concepts. No programming skills required.

Cost: No cost. No registration required. Attendees will receive free Quick Reference Card and download of training materials.

Contact Information: www.openhelix.com or 1-888-861-5051